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Dog's breast cancer mirrors owner's battle as both beat the disease
health1 month ago

Dog's breast cancer mirrors owner's battle as both beat the disease

A UK woman battling a second breast cancer diagnosis adopted Dolly in 2018 for support; years later Dolly was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent a mastectomy, with the cancer described as low-grade and requiring no further treatment, and both dog and owner are now cancer-free. The owner carries a BRCA2 gene mutation and also had a double mastectomy, illustrating the deep bond with a pet that can accompany and comfort patients through cancer treatment.

via Fox News|
#brca2#breast-cancer#dog-cancer
The hidden toll after mastectomy: chronic pain that lingers for years
health1 month ago

The hidden toll after mastectomy: chronic pain that lingers for years

A CNN/KFF Health News report highlights post-mastectomy pain syndrome (PMPS), a poorly defined and undertreated condition where many survivors experience chronic chest, shoulder, or armpit pain months to years after mastectomy and reconstruction. Patients describe pain severe enough to disrupt work and daily life, while doctors often dismiss symptoms and there is no FDA-approved cure. Treatments exist (e.g., nerve targeting, gabapentin) but results vary and evidence is limited. Legislation like the Advancing Women’s Health Coverage Act aims to improve coverage for chronic post-treatment complications and spur more PMPS research, signaling a need to address long-term suffering beyond cancer survival.

via CNN|
#breast-cancer#health#mastectomy
Pregnancy-Related Breast Change Unmasks Cancer: One Mother's Courageous Battle
health1 month ago

Pregnancy-Related Breast Change Unmasks Cancer: One Mother's Courageous Battle

Gemma Fish, a 43-year-old Manchester mother, noticed her right breast shrink during pregnancy and later develop an inverted nipple. After medical evaluation, she was diagnosed with breast cancer (initially Stage 1), underwent a right mastectomy in 2023 followed by chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and had her ovaries removed in 2024, which revealedStage 4 cancer. She later had a left mastectomy in 2025. Living with treatable (not curable) Stage 4 cancer, she now advocates for paying attention to any breast changes and seeking medical advice promptly to improve outcomes.

via AOL.com|
#breast-cancer#breast-changes#health
Polyurethane-coated breast implants may reduce scar complications after radiotherapy
health2 months ago

Polyurethane-coated breast implants may reduce scar complications after radiotherapy

A European study of about 1,500 women who had mastectomy with reconstruction and radiotherapy found polyurethane-coated implants significantly lowered the risk of capsular contracture and the need for secondary surgery compared with standard implants over 2.5–3 years, suggesting implant choice can influence post-radiotherapy complications and guide reconstruction planning.

via The Guardian|
#breast-reconstruction#capsular-contracture#health
Young Patients' Cancer Symptoms Often Dismissed by Doctors
health1 year ago

Young Patients' Cancer Symptoms Often Dismissed by Doctors

Courtney Bailey, a 26-year-old woman, was initially dismissed by doctors who attributed her bleeding nipple to hormonal changes, only to later discover she had early-stage breast cancer. After a biopsy revealed precancerous cells, she opted for a mastectomy, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare. Bailey's experience highlights the rising breast cancer rates among young women and the need to challenge age-based medical assumptions. She urges women to trust their instincts and push for referrals if they notice unusual symptoms.

via The Mirror US|
#breast-cancer#health#mastectomy
Olivia Munn's Journey: From Clean Mammography to Shocking Cancer Diagnosis
health2 years ago

Olivia Munn's Journey: From Clean Mammography to Shocking Cancer Diagnosis

Actress Olivia Munn shares her "terrifying" breast cancer journey, detailing her shock at being diagnosed with stage 1 Luminal B bilateral breast cancer just three months after a clean mammogram and negative BRCA gene test. Despite initial reluctance, she underwent a double mastectomy and multiple surgeries, finding solace in her son and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to fight. Munn's experience sheds light on the unexpected nature of cancer diagnoses and the importance of proactive health measures.

via E! NEWS|
#breast-cancer#cancer-diagnosis#health
Olivia Munn's Journey: Breast Reconstruction and Cancer Diagnosis
health2 years ago

Olivia Munn's Journey: Breast Reconstruction and Cancer Diagnosis

Actress Olivia Munn opens up about her challenging battle with breast cancer, emphasizing the unexpected difficulty of her recovery. Following her double mastectomy, Munn made it clear to doctors that she wanted to "go smaller" with her breast reconstruction, despite the common desire for larger breasts. She also started hormone suppression therapy to reduce future risk, leading to medically induced menopause, but expressed gratitude for the opportunity to fight.

via The Daily Beast|
#breast-cancer#breast-reconstruction#health
Olivia Munn's Breast Cancer Journey: From Diagnosis to Risk Assessment
health2 years ago

Olivia Munn's Breast Cancer Journey: From Diagnosis to Risk Assessment

After revealing her breast cancer diagnosis and double mastectomy, actor Olivia Munn urged people to use the Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool, a questionnaire on the National Cancer Institute's website, to determine their breast cancer risk score. The tool, which has seen increased visits since Munn's post, provides a lifetime and five-year risk score based on various factors. However, it may not be suitable for everyone and should be used in consultation with a doctor. Munn's high score prompted further tests, highlighting the importance of early detection and personalized risk assessment in breast cancer prevention.

via NPR|
#breast-cancer#health#mastectomy