Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Treatment and Follow-up What is breast cancer? Each of the body’s organs, including the breast, is made up of many types of cells. Normally, healthy cells grow and divide to produce more cells only when the body needs to replace those that are injured or dying. This orderly process helps keep the

What is lymphedema? Lymphedema is a accumulation of protein rich lymph fluid which lies in the space between the skin and the underlying soft tissues. It may occur with damage to any part of the lymphatic system as it occurs in removing the lymph nodes in the breast. Damage can also occur from infection, or

Just as before the surgery it is important to build a wardrobe of choices. It is important to keep a variety of styles of bras and prostheses. Multiple options will provide many different combinations that allow for choices according to your daily activity level. *Every person heals differently and stages may vary. Q: Why is