Breast Cancer
What is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. Breast cancer cells usually form a tumor that can often be seen on an x-ray or felt as a lump. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women after skin cancer. Rarely, it can also affect men. Dr. Manoj Dongare is one of the best Breast Cancer specialists in Pune which handles each and every case with utmost care. In his surgical experience, he performs many breast cancer surgeries successfully. He currently works as an Assistant Professor in Surgical Oncology at Dr. DY Patil Hospital and Research center, Pimpri Pune. His expertise in breast cancer surgery and surgical oncology makes him one of the best surgical oncologists in Pune.
What are the signs and symptoms of Breast cancer? Breast cancer symptoms vary from person to person and there is no exact definition of what a lump or mass feels like. The best thing to do is to be familiar with your breasts so you know how “normal” feels and looks. If you notice any changes, you must visit the best breast cancer specialist in Pune for more information. Also some common symptoms include: ▪
Lump or mass in the breast
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Lump or mass in the armpit
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Breast skin changes, including skin redness and thickening of the breast skin, resulting in an orange-peel texture
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Dimpling or puckering on the breast
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Discharge from the nipple
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Scaliness on the nipple, which sometimes extends to the areola
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Nipple changes, including the nipple turning inward, pulling to one side, or changing direction
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An ulcer on the breast or nipple, sometimes extending to the areola
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Swelling of the breast