The breast is a mammary gland that produces milk, It consists of milk ducts that​ connect the mammary glands and nipples., Breast cancer occurs mainly in⁤ the milk ducts ⁣and mammary glands.. Like other cancers, breast ‍cancer, if‍ not properly ​treated, ⁣spreads throughout the body through the bloodstream ‍and⁤ lymph vessels, causing serious consequences.. ‍ Let’s learn about breast cancer, which threatens women’s ​health..

– Caused by⁢ genetic abnormalities and estrogen

Breast cancer is ⁤known to be the⁢ most common cancer among women not only in Korea but also ‍worldwide.. In particular, compared⁤ to other countries, Korea has a high incidence‍ of breast cancer., The mortality rate ⁣is very⁤ low. This indicates that breast ⁤cancer survival ‌rates are⁤ increasing⁤ due to active health screening, early diagnosis and ⁣standardized treatment.. A⁢ few years ago, actress Angelina Jolie made headlines‍ when she underwent a preventative mastectomy because she carried‌ a ‌gene that causes breast cancer.. In ⁢a genetic abnormality test performed because of a family history,​ BRCA1, BRCA2 Two genetic mutations have ⁢been discovered:. There are many genetic abnormalities that cause hereditary breast cancer., Among these,‌ the most frequently encountered anomaly is BRCA1, BRCA2 It’s a genetic mutation.. ‍The BRCA gene Breast cancer caused by genetic abnormalities represents all breast cancers. 7% occupy the extension.

BRCA If you have a genetic abnormality, your chance of ‍developing breast cancer is higher. 70% in the ⁤measure, ​ The average woman’s probability is ⁤ 3%It⁤ is very high compared to. In these cases, if prophylactic total mastectomy is ‍performed, breast cancer can be prevented. 100% Even though I can’t stop it,⁢ breast cancer risk 90% ‍ can be lowered. However, it is known that it is unclear⁢ whether the ‍survival rate ‌has ⁣improved.. Patients undergoing prophylactic mastectomy are‌ satisfied with being relieved of excessive ‌anxiety about breast ‌cancer risk and health., There are⁤ times when you regret an irreversible⁤ decision..

Prophylactic postoperative surgery·Feelings of loss of femininity and complications related to anesthesia, Problems with sexual ⁣intercourse,​ Side effects such as ‍daily stress and loss ⁢of confidence may occur, so decisions should be made after proper ‌consultation with medical personnel..

The most ‌important cause‌ of breast‌ cancer ‌is estrogen, one of the ‌female hormones..⁢ Long-term exposure to high levels of ​estrogen may increase the risk of developing breast cancer.. Factors related to this‌ include early menarche, late menopause, Obesity ⁢in postmenopausal women,​ Hormone replacement therapy, etc., No birth experience, When the age of⁢ the first full-term birth is high, The ‌use of oral contraceptives may have an effect..⁣ Additionally, women with a family history of breast⁢ cancer 1In the case of‍ a famous person 1.8ship3In the case of a famous person 3.9on board, It is known that ‌the relative risk of breast cancer ⁣increases. Also, high⁣ fat diet or obesity, drink, Smoking is also related..

– Monthly self-examination is effective

In the early stages of breast cancer, there are usually no‍ symptoms ⁢and it is often discovered accidentally​ during screening.. Among symptomatic breast cancers, the​ most common symptom is a painless lump.. Additionally, ⁣there may be bloody discharge from the nipple., The⁢ nipples are inverted or, Swelling or depression in the​ skin of the breast, There is a change of color, If you have a lump under your ⁢armpit, you should get tested.. It is important to perform ⁢a self-exam by palpating your ‍breasts to check ‌for lumps or⁢ other‌ abnormalities.. It is a good method that costs nothing‍ and is risk-free.. Breast self-examination is performed every month after menstruation. 2~7after work, It ⁢is best to⁢ do this when the breast is​ softer., It is ‍recommended ‌that women who have had a hysterectomy or who have entered menopause perform a self-exam on a certain day each ‍month.. Observe the general ​appearance‍ of ⁢your​ breasts in the mirror and ⁢if ⁢you suspect there is a lump, gently press your⁣ breast and ⁣move your breast to see if there is a lump., ​ Check⁢ if the skin on your breasts has thickened..

– Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Testing

The most basic breast exams are mammography‌ and breast ultrasound..‍ Mammography is ⁢currently the most basic‍ screening method., up ⁤and‌ down, ⁤ right and left ‌ 2eggplant X-rays take a‍ picture, If necessary, the‌ images needed for diagnosis‌ can‌ be obtained by imaging‍ in ‍various ways, such as by enlarging and examining only a‌ specific part of the ⁢breast.. However, in the case of dense breasts, the‍ accuracy of the test⁢ may be reduced, so breast ultrasound is also performed..

Breast ultrasound is useful for detecting masses that⁤ are not visible even through mammography in dense breasts with abundant breast tissue., It is ⁢often used for⁣ early diagnosis of breast​ cancer in Koreans, who have a relatively ⁤high ⁤incidence of dense breasts.. Malignant and ⁢benign tumors are determined by ultrasound findings.⁤ 60~80% It is possible to​ distinguish, If there are malignant findings‌ or‌ there is ⁢a high probability of this happening, a biopsy is performed., If there ⁤are no malignant findings, a follow-up examination is performed..​ If you‌ are diagnosed⁤ with breast cancer, ‌your breast will be ⁤examined to determine the extent of the cancer resection. Magnetic resonance imaging ‍ Do an inspection. To check if it has spread to other parts of the lung, TC, abdomen TC,‍ bone scan Further⁤ implementations such⁣ as.

To ‌prevent breast cancer, ‍it is very‍ important to get tested regularly.. ‍30After age 3, check your breasts ⁤monthly by self-examination.35From ‍3 years⁤ old‌ onwards ⁢ 2It is recommended to have a ⁣yearly⁢ clinical examination by a breast cancer specialist.. AND 40From 3 years old onwards 1~2It is recommended to⁢ undergo ‌clinical examination and mammography at annual intervals..

– surgery, antitumor, Radiotherapy⁣ Course

Typical treatment methods include surgery, ⁢ antitumor, There is radiotherapy. Surgical treatment includes ⁢breast ‍surgery ‌and removal of axillary ‍lymph ⁤nodes..⁣ Breast surgery to remove breast cancer, the primary lesion,‌ is ‍performed based on the size of ⁣the breast cancer., Depending on the location, it is divided into partial mastectomy⁢ and total mastectomy..‍ Cancer that occurs in​ our body often spreads to surrounding areas through the lymph vessels and⁤ lymph ⁢nodes.,⁣ In the treatment of breast cancer,​ lymph node dissection ‌is performed depending on the degree⁤ of metastasis of the axillary lymph nodes..⁣ Sentinel lymph node biopsy ‌is standard for patients in whom lymph​ node metastasis ​is not clinically suspected., If axillary lymph node metastasis is ⁤confirmed, complete ‌removal of the‌ axillary ⁣lymph node is necessary. ‘Axillary lymph ​node enucleation surgery‘tool.

Radiation⁣ therapy is used as ​an adjuvant treatment ​after surgery for breast ‌cancer., Local or bone recurrence after surgery, It is performed as part of palliative treatment⁤ in case of brain metastases.. Whole breast ‍radiation therapy is required for all patients ‌undergoing lumpectomy., Patients undergoing total mastectomy may also consider radiation therapy to the breast and axillary lymph nodes depending on postoperative results..

Chemotherapy is indicated for patients whose tumor ⁢size has decreased before surgery or who ⁣are at high risk of ‍recurrence after surgery., It is performed ⁢on patients whose cancer has ‌metastasized to other ‌organs.. Various drugs are used, above all 2Administer more than one drug ​in combination or in sequence.

– ⁢ Breast reconstruction performed ​at the same time as ‍breast cancer surgery

Breast reconstruction,‍ which is surgery​ to return ‍the breast to​ as close to normal as possible after breast ⁤cancer surgery, is often done at the ​same time as breast cancer surgery.. Maximizes ‌cosmetic effects⁣ by reducing the number of surgical interventions and maintaining the original shape⁢ of ‍the‍ skin and breasts as much as possible.. For patients who have had a mastectomy, the loss of a breast can cause severe psychological pain beyond that ⁤caused ‌by breast cancer.. ‌ Therefore, various efforts are made to improve the aesthetic satisfaction and ⁢quality⁤ of ⁣life of these patients by actively attempting breast reconstruction surgery for these patients.<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family:굴림;font-family:굴림;mso-ascii-font

Preventing Lymphedema After‌ Breast Cancer Surgery

After breast ​cancer surgery,‌ patients may experience several⁢ side effects, but one⁣ symptom‍ to ⁤watch out for is lymphedema, which is swelling‌ of the arm on⁣ the operated side. Lymphedema ⁤occurs when the axillary lymph nodes and lymph vessels are ⁢displaced, and the lymph fluid within the tissue is ⁤not absorbed⁤ properly.

Since there is no effective treatment ⁣for lymphedema, it is essential to⁣ take preventive ⁤measures to avoid its occurrence. To ⁤prevent ⁣lymphedema, ​patients ‌should exercise caution,​ such as not measuring blood pressure,‌ drawing blood,⁣ or giving injections in the operated arm. ‌Performing‌ rehabilitation‌ exercises is also crucial in preventing​ lymphedema.

According to Jinah​ Kwon,‌ Professor of⁢ Surgery at Ulsan University⁤ Hospital, “Preventing lymphedema requires careful ‍attention to post-operative care. By taking the necessary precautions, patients can reduce their risk of developing lymphedema and​ improve ⁣their overall quality of life.”

Data provided ⁣by the​ Gyeongnam Branch of the Korea Association ⁣for Health‍ Management highlights the importance of preventive measures in reducing the risk of lymphedema after breast cancer surgery.