Breast cancer

Problem Statement “Breast Cancer is the most common cancer among women in Guam and in the United States. Breast cancer leads to be the second cause of cancer-related deaths in women. Every thirteen minutes, a woman dies with the diagnosis of breast cancer. With some research and facts, this has led researchers and doctors to continue studying the history, affects, and risk factors of breast cancer in women. The use of technology, having preventions and screenings in the community will help women…

of different cancers that people tend to hear of. Cancer is abnormal cells that grow out of control and invade a healthy person’s body. When these cells do not grow normally things can go wrong. When cancer occurs it is because the cells divide more than they should and begin to form masses also known as tumors. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, the most common type of cancer is breast cancer and is the second leading cause of cancer death in woman. Breast cancer is when the…

AbstractBreast cancer is a malignant tumor that developed from breast cells. It usually starts in the inner lining of the milk ducts and can spread to other parts of the body. There are several signs and symptoms of breast cancer. A lump in breast tissue is one of the first signs or symptoms of breast cancer. In recent years, breast cancer has been slightly increasing among African-American women, while remaining stable among white women. There has been a slight increase of breast cancer in…

This is just a little personal information about me. Cancer has been a very serious matter within my family. There have been 3 members of my family that have had Cancer, my mother, sister and I. The first one was my mother. She has had breast cancer for almost five years. Unfortunately, she has passed away not long ago after putting up a tough battle. The next family member would be my sister. She has had breast cancer as well for about 7 years. Unlike my mother, she is still living thought.…

highlighted as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There are walks, brunches, fundraisers and a host of other events that take place throughout the month of October in efforts to bring awareness to the fight against breast cancer. Kaweah Delta Breast Center joins in the efforts each year with their Annual Pink Tea Party honoring those who have been affected by breast cancer. It’s a time when support is also given to those who have survived the disease. According to the Center of Disease Control…

Introduction Breast cancer is one of the top killers in the United States and all over the world. Because breast cancer is the most common cancer that is a non-skin cancer, many are affected by it globally. The most commonly affected are white women in most age groups although African American women have higher death rates and incidents of breast cancer before 40 years of age. Not only are women affected by this, but also a handful of men each year ends up being diagnosed with breast cancer and…

Breast Cancers are malignant life threatening tumors that form in the cells of the breast. Cancer is a result of abnormal changes in the genes responsible for healthy and growing cells. When referring to the breast, the cancer usually begins in the lobules cell (milk-producing glands) and over time if untreated, will advance in stages causing the cancer to spread through the body and eventually kill you. Breast cancer can occur in men and women but more commonly occurring in women, accounting…

Cancer is one of the most deadly disease next to heart disease. Without the proper equipment, many breast cancer could go undiagnosed and overlooked. Nancy McIlhenney was diagnosed with breast cancer ( Invasive lobular carcinoma) back in November 2015, when she noticed a large lump within her breast. When she went to the doctors, they said that the lump she was feeling was fatty tissue but the cancer itself was hidden behind it. Granted that it might be caused by environmental due to radiation…

The people in U.S have high risk of Breast cancer due the high carbohydrate and high glutamine diet consumption in spite of various awareness campaigns and scientific research. INTRODUCTION The breast comprises of glands called lobules that produce milk and thin tubes called ducts that carry the milk from the lobules to the nipple. Breast tissue also contains fat and connective tissue, lymph nodes, and blood vessels. Breast cancer usually starts off in the inner lining of milk ducts or the…

Breast cancer is increasingly becoming a threat to the health in women of all ages. It is well known that the earlier it is detected, the better the outlook will be for the patient. Mammography has long been the gold standard in breast cancer screening, however it has it’s drawbacks. MRI is also an effective tool in diagnostic imaging for breast cancer, but it is an expensive and time consuming modality. Sonography is becoming an invaluable tool in breast health and in certain cases, can make a…