Mrs said Lertlak Leelasaewuang, Director of the Medical Office (EPPO), Bangkok, in the case of the Ministry of Public Health (Sor MoPH) reporting data in 2022, it was found that Thai women had the highest number of breast cancers. From the statistical report on breast cancer patients receiving services in Bangkok affiliated hospitals in the fiscal year 2022, there are 3,533 cases. EPPO has screened for breast cancer through cancer clinics and projects. “Bangkok comprehensive cancer care” in service recipients who are at risk of breast cancer, such as having a first-degree relative with breast cancer, ovarian cancer, or endometrial cancer. use of sex hormones or taking birth control pills for a long time Had the first child after the age of 30 or never had children Drinking alcohol, smoking, etc., including people aged 35 and over, and recommends screening every 1 -2 years. in order to have convenient access to the service If there is a risk, the screener can enter the Fast Track treatment system and receive treatment at the doctor’s discretion and the right to receive Bangkok Fast and Clear Center (BFC) treatment from hospitals under Bangkok or the “Mor Bangkok” application
In addition, EPPO has publicized breast cancer screening among women aged 20 and over so that they can perform initial screening themselves. By checking after menstruation 7-10 days from the first day of menstruation. In the case of menopause, it can be checked at any time. or in the case of hysterectomy, choose the period when the breast is not swallowed If you find anything unusual, you should see a doctor. along with advice on breast cancer which can be found in young people aged 20 and over, with the highest age range found in women aged 50-55, but in the latter it was found that Young people can get breast cancer breast and the severity of the disease is still greater than older patients. This can be caused by a lifestyle that has changed according to the prosperity of urban society and industry. Cause the opportunity to be exposed to carcinogens or risk factors for cancer more, the actual cause is believed to be caused by a combination of several factors Both factors are the patient, including sex, age, genetics, process elimination of abnormal cells Failure to eliminate cancer cells behavioral factors, chemicals such as female hormones and the environment that promote breast cancer The warning signs are as follows: The skin around the breast looks thick like an orange peel. Scary lump in breast or armpit, misshapen nipple/faded nipple The breast has a red hot rash. having pain in the breast area Pulling of the skin around the breast, water or bleeding from the breast Or some people may not have symptoms.
For ways to protect yourself from breast cancer. they should be screened for breast cancer This is considered the right of the target group of people to receive free screening services. or individual screening In the case of people who go for screening without symptoms or signs of breast cancer Can choose a screening method, have to pay for the screening costs themselves In cases where symptoms such as a lump in the breast are considered as proof diagnostic can withdraw according to the right Possible alternatives for breast cancer screening in Thailand are: Step-by-step screening Start with monthly breast self-examinations (BSE) If abnormalities are found, seek confirmation at a health facility. When public health officials confirm and find abnormalities, they will be referred. to do a mammogram or ultrasound next
