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Asked for Male | 14

Thick Breast Lump: Action Steps for Relief

During two wee­ks, you've noticed a lump in your breast and take­n medicine. This nee­ds examination by an oncologist. Lumps may happen due to hormone­s, cysts, or severe proble­ms. I suggest scheduling an appointment soon to ge­t checked properly and le­arn the next steps.

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Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Oncologist

Answered on 6th Aug '24

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Asked for Female | 33

Painful, Fast-Growing Breast Lumps: Causes and Treatment

Having breast lumps che­cked promptly is necessary as they are growing rapidly, painful on both side­s may stem from various causes. Say, infection or injury inflammation. To de­termine the e­xact reason, get proper tre­atment, seeing an oncologist soon is important. It's wise to sche­dule an appointment as quickly as possible.

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Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Oncologist

Answered on 30th July '24

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Asked for Female | 47

Can Ayurvedic Medicine Treat Breast Lumps?

Breast lumps can be an issue among women breast cancer is a common cause of the lumps that appear. Many times it is about having an operation to remove these lumps. Attempting to cure this ailment with Ayurvedic medicine may not be effective. The physician's directions must be your highest priority for the right cure. 

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Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Oncologist

Answered on 26th July '24

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Asked for Female | 52

Do I need to worry about breast calcifications?

According to the tests, there’s no evidence of any major problem such as cancer in either breast, which is fantastic news. The tiny calcification found in the left breast could have resulted from an old infection or inflammation. Currently, there’s no cause for alarm but it’s essential to have another checkup next year to be safe. In case you observe any unusual changes in your breasts before then, please let your doctor know.

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Dr. Donald Babu

Oncologist

Answered on 20th July '24

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Asked for Female | 31

Why is there pain and movement in left breast?

If you are experiencing pain in your left breast and feel something moving inside, it is important to consult a doctor. These symptoms may be due to various reasons, and it is best to visit a breast specialist or a general surgeon for proper diagnosis and treatment. They can guide you with the appropriate care and tests needed.

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Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

General Physician

Answered on 19th July '24

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Asked for Female | 41

Hello sir, my wife told me yesterday that there is a lump around her breast. What further steps should I take to determine if it is cancerous or not? As of now, the lump around her breast is painless. Do I need to visit an oncologist?

First of all she needs to understand that it is not necessary that Lump will come out to be Cancerous only. Painless mobile lump can be Benign also. She should visit any oncologist (surgical/Medical/Radiation) for thorough check up and necessary investigations.

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Dr. Shiv Mishra

Radiation Oncologist

Answered on 10th July '24

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Asked for Female | 16

Why is my breast discharging white fluid?

Light discharge or whitish fluid from the breast could be due to various reasons, including hormonal changes, medication side effects, or in some cases, benign conditions like intraductal papilloma. It's advisable to consult a breast specialist or a gynecologist for a thorough evaluation and appropriate management based on your specific symptoms and medical history.

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Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Oncologist

Answered on 5th July '24

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Asked for Female | 57

I want to know about Triple-negative breast cancer as our doctor hinted that my aunt has signs of this specific type of breast cancer.

Triple negative breast cancer means the growth of cancer cells is not affected by estrogen, progesterone and her2neu pathways. Thus remedies employing alteration of these will not work. Her treatment will depend on the stage and might involve surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. Visit an oncologist or surgical oncologist in mumbai for further advice.

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Dr. Akash Dhuru.

Dr. Akash Dhuru.

Oncologist

Answered on 21st June '24

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Please tell me how Mastectomy works. Are breasts conserved in this treatment or are they removed in this procedure?

Mastectomy involves removal of breast. For cancer however if its limited to a small portion of breast, we can conserve the breast while removing a part of breast followed by reconstruction. Kindly visit a surgical oncologist in Mumbai for further details.

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Dr. Akash Dhuru.

Dr. Akash Dhuru.

Oncologist

Answered on 19th June '24

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What are the possible treatments for breast cancer and their costs in India?

The staging will depend on the status of lymph nodes and other factors. Treatment will include surgery as major part along with chemo and radiation. You can visit a surgical oncologist in Mumbai for advice for the same.

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Dr. Akash Dhuru.

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Answered on 19th June '24

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Are there any alternative surgical procedures which don't involve total removal of the breast for Stage 2B breast cancer treatment and where in India can I get it done?

Its best to remove the lump with reconstruction if needed to preserve the shape of breast. There are many hospitals in India which are good. Alternatively you can connect with me if you plan to come to Mumbai for treatment.

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Dr. Akash Dhuru.

Oncologist

Answered on 19th June '24

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Asked for Female | 24

Can fibroadenoma be treated with medicine or surgery?

Treatment is by surgery and the specimen will be sent for Histopathological examination for confirming diagnosis. Previous benign breast pathologies have slightly higher risk than general population, though the standard screening protocol of SBE and CBE should be followed. You can connect to me for further information. --- Dr. Akash Dhuru (Surgical Oncologist)

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Dr. Akash Dhuru.

Oncologist

Answered on 19th June '24

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Asked for Female | 22

Why do I have extreme pain in my left nipple?

It feels painful in the nipple due to a range of causes such as injury, infection, or sometimes even hormonal changes. Be sure to wear loose clothes so as not to make things worse and stop them from rubbing against anything that might irritate them further. You could also try applying a warm compress on it; this might help soothe the pain temporarily but if it’s still there after a while then please go see an oncologist about this as soon as possible.

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Dr. Sridhar Susheela

Oncologist

Answered on 10th June '24

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Asked for Female | 37

Should I opt for immunotherapy for TNBC with positive PDL-1 test?

TNBC is a type of breast cancer that is difficult to treat. A positive PDL-1 test could mean that immunotherapy would be effective. You don’t have to, but it can help your immune system fight off cancer cells more effectively. Immunotherapy adjusts your body’s defenses so they can attack the cancer better. Make sure you discuss this with your oncologist though.

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Dr. Donald Babu

Oncologist

Answered on 10th June '24

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Asked for Female | 40

How long should my post-chemo radiation be?

The need for radiation depends on the type of surgery done and the histopathological report. Your surgical oncologist will be able to advice you better.

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Dr. Akash Dhuru.

Dr. Akash Dhuru.

Oncologist

Answered on 6th June '24

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