Radiotherapy

If you have breast conserving surgery, you will almost certainly be recommended radiotherapy. Occasionally, people who have a mastectomy may also be recommended radiotherapy. Radiotherapy is localised treatment with x-rays to destroy any cancer cells that may be left in the breast, chest wall or axilla after surgery. Usually, this entails treatment once a day, […]

Endocrine Therapy

Some of the tests done by a pathologist on your breast cancer identify whether the cancer has receptors for oestrogen (ER) or progesterone (PR). These hormones can be produced by the ovaries before menopause, and from other tissues (especially fat cells) after menopause. About 80% of breast cancers will have oestrogen receptors – which means […]

Using the Internet

A new diagnosis of breast cancer can be overwhelming. You will want to find out as much information as you can about your treatment options. There is a lot of information available on the internet. Some of it is up-to-date and of high quality, while some of it is of variable quality and accuracy. Many […]

Breast Reduction Surgery

Breast reduction surgery aims to remove excess breast tissue, fat and skin to reduce the size can change the shape of the breasts. Traditionally, it was undertaken to help with symptoms associated with large breasts (macromastia) including: Back, neck and shoulder pain Breasts that may feel too heavy Impact on the ability to be as […]