On October 19, the International Day Versus Breast Cancer is commemorated, one more day on the calendar for those who have not suffered from it, but a day marked by fire for those women who suffer from it or who have a close case. And there are lots of. Since one in 8 women will have breast cancer eventually in her life. A really high incidence. Not surprisingly, it is the leading cause of cancer death in females. Luckily, early detection considerably increases the possibilities of a remedy. And hence, the "Day of", to raise awareness of the importance of looking out.
In Spain, around 33,307 new tumors are diagnosed in the breasts each year, which implies that every 15 minutes a lady receives the dreadful news: it is cancer. The important thing, the crucial thing, is that if it is discovered in its preliminary phase, the treatment rate is practically 100%. And what can you do to identify it in its very first phase? The very best, the most trusted, are the periodic medical check-ups and particularly if they consist of a mammogram. It is understood that thanks to regular check-ups with mamma ultrasound and mammography, cancer mortality is lowered by between 15% and 30%. We are speaking about cancer that does not always reveal its face, in fact, it is very hardly ever seen physically.
Mammography verifies 90% of cases in the early phases.
Mammography consists of an X-ray of the breasts capable of spotting lesions in the breast up to 2 years before they are palpable and when they have actually not yet gotten into deeply or spread to the lymph nodes or other organs. This is what is called an early diagnosis.
There are some misconceptions about mammograms, like that they injure. Of course, this is not true. The radiation dose used in mammography is minimal, so it is harmless, and in a very couple of cases does it hurt. Normally, the only thing you will observe is the pressure exerted by the clear plastic plates on your breasts.
From the age of 40, it is recommended to carry out mammography evaluations every 1 or 2 years, and after 50, annual tests, because it is an age of higher danger. Besides, mammography is a less delicate test in ladies with denser breasts, as is often the case amongst those who are more youthful.
When the growth is identified in these initial phases, not just does the probability of cure boost but it is likewise possible to use less aggressive treatments, which leave less physical and mental sequelae in the female.
Although it does not hurt, self - assessments are not recommended as the only detection approach. Considering that, as we say, signs of any kind are not constantly valued, although often there are some such as tiredness, localized bone pain, and discomfort when palpating the breast. However, it is good that you understand your own breasts which if you discover any abnormalities, go to the doctor.
- Change in breast size
- Irregularities in the contour
- Less movement of the breasts when raising the arms
- Modification in the skin of the breast
- Nipple modifications, such as sagging
- Blemishes in the chest or armpit
- On Breast Cancer Awareness Day, we recommend leading healthy lifestyles, eating healthy, doing physical exercise, and, naturally, going for regular check-ups, if possible, with mammography.
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