Wednesday, April 27, 2011

About Breast Cancer: Breast Health And Hormonal Contraception

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From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer
It may be hard for most of us to imagine what a woman's life was like before The Pill. Those little contraceptive pills seem to solve many problems for the modern woman. And yet - some of us have to think twice about taking them.

Breast Health And Hormonal Contraception
I was on birth control pills for about 5 years before I was diagnosed with breast cancer. My doctor told me to stop The Pill right after that - because my tumor was fueled by estrogen and progesterone. And yet, these synthetic hormones can be good for breast pain, irregular periods, and other conditions. Would taking The Pill raise your risk? Find out more here.

Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia
Hyperplasia is too many cells growing in one place, sort of like cancer, only it isn't cancer. When those extra cells are just the same as healthy cells, there's no problem. But then those cells are atypical - then you've got something to worry about, and decisions to make. Here's the lowdown on Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia.
See More About:  benign lumps  benign masses  hyperplasia

Word of the Week: Epithelial
Most cases of breast cancer originate in mammary epithelial cells. There are several types of epithelial cells, two of which grow in your ducts and milk lobes.
See More About:  benign masses  breast lumps  cell growth

Smartphone Apps and Breast Cancer
My sister has all the iGadgets a person could want. I send her apps from time to time - some for fun and some for medical use (she's been in chemo). Some people use apps to keep track of their CBC results, appointments, or medications. How do you use smartphone apps to help you navigate your journey through breast cancer? Please share your story here.
See More About:  smartphone app  mobile app  reader's choice

 


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