Search Results for: mastectomy
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Prophylactic Mastectomy: Reducing Your Risk of Breast Cancer
One option for patients who are found to have a BRCA gene mutation is a prophylactic mastectomy. The procedure is aimed to reduce your risk of developing breast cancer.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Coping with Emotions & Finding Support After Mastectomy
Losing a breast causes emotional distress at first. It's normal to feel different and take time adjusting to these body changes. Find tips on how to cope.Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care
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Lumpectomy vs Mastectomy: What’s the Difference?
In early stage breast cancer, patients may have the opportunity to choose between a mastectomy or a lumpectomy. Learn more about each treatment option.Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care
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Top 2 Most Common Plastic Surgery Procedures on the Body
Here's what you should know about the two most common elective plastic surgery procedures on five key areas of the body.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is a 3D Nipple Tattoo?
A 3D Nipple Tattoo provides the look of a natural nipple and areola after breast reconstruction, reduction, or gender-affirming surgery.Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Cancer Screenings in the Transgender Community
Everyone, including trans people, has an increased risk of cancer as they get older. The earlier doctors find cancer, the sooner they can treat it.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Barriers to Care: Addressing Breast Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community
LGBTQIA+ breast cancer risk is higher than in straight people, but resources for LGBTQIA+ support are available.Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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50 Phenoms: How Mother Cindi and Daughter Erica Survived Cancer Together
Erica Nix and her mother Cindi Stephenson both faced cancer at the same time. They supported each other through treatments and survived. Learn their story.Watch Now
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms
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Breast Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community
Learn about the risk factors, prevention strategies, and warning signs of breast cancer for members of the LGBTQIA+ community.Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness