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Breast Cancer Symptoms

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In the initial stages, the breast cancer has no obvious symptoms and it vary in individuals from lumps to swelling and changes in the skin. A lump too small which is felt does not cause any unusual changes and it is unnoticed. However, in many cases appearance of new lump or a mass is the first sign noticed. The lump may be hard to touch with uneven edges and they are painless. But there are cases the lump is very tender, round edged and soft. More lumps are painless. Breast Cancer Symptoms are: Swelling of part of the breast or all parts Skin irritation in the breast. Nipple pain, Nipple begins to turn inward (inverted) slowly Breast pain. Appearances of changes in the nipple like redness, scaly formation, thickening of the nipple. A nipple discharge (bloody or clear fluid) Changes in the skin of the breast like thickening. Arm pit with lymph nodes or a mass or lump It is essential to note that these symptoms always an indication for a breast cancer. But in so...

Chest pain during pregnancy?

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This phenomenon is due to the fact that from the moment of conception under the influence of hormones, it is beginning to change. After all, now its main task - to supply food baby. Breast increases, it becomes sensitive skin on the nipple darkens. Under the action of the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), it starts to increase, which leads to unpleasant symptoms. By the way, this is why the chest pain can be considered one of the early signs of pregnancy.  The intensity of the sensations experienced by the expectant mother may be different. Some pregnant women have a tingling or burning sensation in the nipples, someone breasts become sensitive to such an extent that it even hurts to touch. Doctors encourage expectant mothers so that the main discomfort should go by the 10-12 weeks of pregnancy. Chest pain during pregnancy - is normal and does not pose any danger. Therefore, the main recommendation of expectant mothers - to endure. And you can ease your condition ...

Breast cancer Diagnosis for the right and fast action

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Breast cancer is a huge problem amongst women. Every second woman is suffering from this fatal disease. There are a lot of reasons which may cause breast cancer. If it is diagnosed in the early stage, it can be very easily cured. You can know about the initialisation of breast cancer, yourself. But once you discover it or even if you have a doubt about it rush to a doctor immediately and get it checked. The symptoms of breast cancer should not be ignored and it should be treated at the earliest and with the best treatment. Many a times it also happens that there are no early symptoms of breast cancer. That is why it is very important to get the screen test before the occurrence of symptoms is developed. If you find something suspicious during the screen test, or if any of the symptoms of Breast cancer are diagnosed, the physician will employ one or several methods in order to find out if you are suffering from breast cancer. If it is present, then a few other examination tests wi...

Cause Breast Cancer?

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Free From Harm compiled a collection of information from experts about the connection between dairy and breast cancer. Some highlights: "Casein, which makes up 87% of cow's milk protein, promoted all stages of the cancer process," says Dr. T. Colin Campbell, author of the well-regarded, seminal China Study, summing up his relevant findings. "[S]everal epidemiological studies have indicated a relationship between dairy consumption and breast cancer risk in pre-menopausal women (Outwater, 1997)." -Breast Cancer Fund "It appears that when individuals do not have the correct enzymes to metabolize many of the hormones naturally found in any type of cow's milk, a glass of milk can flood the body with excess estrogen. This raises the risk of developing or accelerating the growth of existing breast cancer." -Susan Wadia-Ells, Founding Director of Knowbreastcancer.net Professor Jane Plant advocates changing from dairy to soy products to prevent breas...

Type 2 diabetes boosts death risk from breast cancer

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Sunday Sept 16, 2012 (foodconsumer.org) -- A new study in Cancer Causes and Control suggests that being type 2 diabetic potentially increases risk of death from breast cancer. Because having type 2 diabetes also means to have diabetes treatment, diabetes treatment can potentially be linked to higher risk for breast cancer death. M. T. Redaniel of University of Bristol in Bristol, UK and colleagues conducted the case-control study and found women with breast cancer who also suffered type 2 diabetes mellitus were 40 percent more likely to die from all causes, compared with those with breast cancer only. The association, which was derived already after adjustment for age, period, region, smoking status, body mass index, alcohol drinking and deprivation, was based on data from 52,657 women with type 2 diabetes diagnosed between 1987 and 2007 and 30,210 randomly selected women without type 2 diabetes. This association can be easily understood. Type 2 diabetes mellitus patients h...

Benefits of breast feeding and bursting the false image of artificial supplements for babies

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Some facts are as follows Breast milk is the best protection that loving mother can give to her new born. Its can be called as 'the child's first vaccine'. The yellowish milk secreted by mothers soon after delivery is called colostrum. It is rich in anti infection substances like anti-bodies and anti microbial substances, nutrients concentrate, vitamin A, proteins, and much more all these are present in easily absorbable form for infant's underdeveloped gastrointestinal system. Breast feeding (B.F.) is cheaper, safer and more nutritious than artificial supplements. It creates a strong bond between mother and the child. B.F. is also protective to mothers as it reduces the risk of breast cancer delays the process of ovulation in mothers. Further info: B.F. Should be initiated within 1 hour after delivery. Exclusive B.F. for a minimum period of 6 months. Keep the baby close to mother's body while feeding without obstructing the baby's nose. Mother's ...

Tips to stay away from Breast Cancer

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1) Breast self-examination Women should begin self-examination at the early age of 20s. Self-examination helps you to identify breast cancer treatment early. Women should do self-examination at least one time a month the week after their period finishes. The women who are no longer menstruating should examine at the starting of every month. If you feel nodes or discomfort, then visit to a doctor for further examination. Self examination process can be found on medical websites but it is best to talk to a doctor and find out the correct process. 2) Mammogram Mammogram can also help to identify breast cancer early. Women who are older than 40, must get mammogram once a year though there is no cancer in the family. Women should begin mammography in their 30s if their sister or mother had breast cancer before menopause. Mammogram is breast's x-ray picture. For women, who have no signs or symptoms of breast cancer, screening mammograms are used to check. For women who have lump o...