For well over 100,000 U.S. women who undergo a mastectomy annually, breast reconstruction is still widely considered the standard of care. 1 A growing chorus of survivors’ voices show that “going flat ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The trial will compare administration techniques and timing of two approaches for managing mastectomy-related ...

Many breast cancer patients are not informed about potential post-mastectomy sensation loss, leading to feelings of isolation and grief. A nationwide survey revealed 80% of women underestimated ...

Skin-sparing mastectomy leaves skin for potential reconstruction, but the author chose not to pursue it, embracing natural asymmetry instead. Clear communication with surgeons and thorough pre-surgery ...

Radiotherapy can be safely omitted as a treatment for many breast cancer patients who have had a mastectomy and are taking anti-cancer drugs, a study shows. An international trial found that patients ...

Two breast cancer survivors from very different walks of life are sharing their deeply personal journeys of surviving mastectomies and the long, emotional road toward healing. Their stories highlight ...

DURING AND AFTER THAT LIFE CHANGING BREAST CANCER DIAGNOSIS IS DIFFERENT. TREATMENT AND PREVENTION MAY REQUIRE A SPECIFIC SURGICAL PROCEDURE CALLED A MASTECTOMY. BOARD CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON DOCTOR ...

Menopause symptoms in breast cancer patients are often exacerbated by treatments, impacting quality of life and adherence to therapy. Menopausal hormone therapy is controversial in breast cancer care, ...