Breast Cancer Prevention and Treatment: Expert Insights

Dr. Rabphon Sukpanich, MD, a breast cancer surgeon, emphasizes the importance of thorough examination and breast surgery for treatment. Regular screening with modern technologies like 3D digital mammograms can detect small nodules that general methods may not be able to detect. Advanced surgical techniques can reduce the risk of recurrence and improve the quality of life for patients after treatment.

Dr. Sukpanich recommends that women perform a simple breast self-exam at home. This initial exam can help identify abnormalities earlier. To perform the exam, stand in front of a mirror topless and look for irregularities in breast size, shape, or dents. Use the index, middle, and ring fingers to gently palpate and then press harder to check for abnormal lumps. Repeat the exam in both standing and lying positions for greater accuracy.

Doctor Apichart Chantarat, an internist specializing in oncology, highlights innovations in breast cancer treatment. Targeted therapy uses specific drugs that focus on tumor cells without destroying normal cells. Immunotherapy stimulates the patient’s immune system to fight tumor cells effectively. Hormone therapy reduces the possibility of recurrence in patients with hormonal changes. These treatments offer new options for breast cancer patients, improving their quality of life and reducing unwanted side effects.

Doctor Thanawat Phetratchachat, a rehabilitation medicine doctor, stresses the importance of physical rehabilitation after treatment. Post-surgery care for breast cancer patients can reduce complications due to clogged lymph nodes, restore normal lymph flow, and minimize swelling and discomfort. Physical rehabilitation through specific exercises can also help breast cancer patients recover and reduce the risk of future complications.