Breast cancer recurrence rates vary by age, type, treatment, and genetics. Experts advise that those in remission monitor their health and watch for changes in breast tissue or nipples that may indicate recurrence.
Being a self-advocate means taking an active role in your care. Even though your healthcare team has lots of experience treating breast cancer, remember that you are the expert on yourself.
Yoga therapy is tailored to the needs of individuals who are managing health conditions, including cancer…
The face of breast cancer is sometimes not what one expects. There’s a common perception that breast cancer only affects older women. But each year, about 2,400 men in the United States are diagnosed with breast cancer.
The holidays can bring contrasting emotions. You might feel joyful and stressed, happy and sad, or even grateful and annoyed.
There are many reasons why people decide to go flat after a mastectomy. But going flat is a completely valid choice, regardless of the reason.
Just the thought of dating when you’re going through breast cancer or after can be scary….although breast cancer will most likely always be a part of you, it should not define you.
Anxiety is unease, fear, and dread caused by stress. While some anxiety is a normal response to the stress of breast cancer, if your anxiety interferes with your daily living, it can hurt your overall health.
In the case of a cancer diagnosis, it can be helpful and even critically important to get another opinion before you make decisions about treatment.
If you want to know what’s most important in life, just ask a woman who’s been diagnosed with breast cancer.
