Surgery is often the first and most important step in treating breast cancer. The main goal is to remove the cancer completely with clear margins — meaning a rim of normal tissue around the tumour is also removed to reduce the risk of it coming back. Types of Breast Cancer Surgery There … More Surgery for Breast Cancer
Surgery for Breast Cancer
I’ve Just Been Diagnosed with Breast Cancer – What Happens at My Consultation?
Being diagnosed with breast cancer can be a confronting and emotional experience. Your first consultation with a breast surgeon is a crucial step toward understanding your diagnosis and planning your treatment. The goal is to assess your overall health, review your cancer findings, and develop a personalised treatment plan tailored … More I’ve Just Been Diagnosed with Breast Cancer – What Happens at My Consultation?
Support Bras for Women Undergoing Breast Surgery
Support Bras for Women Undergoing Breast Surgery Breast surgery, whether for breast cancer treatment, breast reduction, or breast reconstruction, can be a physically and emotionally challenging experience. Post-operative care is crucial for a smooth recovery, and one of the key elements in this process is the use of appropriate support … More Support Bras for Women Undergoing Breast Surgery
Breast Reduction – What do you need to know
Breast Reduction – What do you need to know Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a procedure designed to decrease the size and reshape the breasts. This surgery is often chosen by individuals who experience physical discomfort (such as neck, back, and shoulder pain) or emotional distress due … More Breast Reduction – What do you need to know
What Can I Expect After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis?
This is a question I often get asked by patients. I always tell them that breast cancer treatment is like a marathon, and not a sprint to the finish line. It is quite normal to feel anxious, depressed, panicky, overwhelmed, emotionally drained, just to name a few commonly described symptoms. … More What Can I Expect After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis?
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