Breast Cancer Types

Question: Which Breast Cancer types arent receptive to Oestrogen and Hormones? As in histological types, please could you cite your references :)

Answer: Answer: ER-Negative and PR-Negative Breast Cancers. Immunohistochemistry lab testing procedures of breast cancer tumors for certain features (such as estrogen receptor assays, progesterone receptors assays, and HER-2/neu) is a major step in deciding which type of breast cancer are receptive or not receptive to estrogen and progesterone (hormones) within our body. For doctors knowing this this allows them more leverage in decision making as to what is best for your particular cancer situation. Aside from HER-2/neu which is a type of receptor protein that helps cells to grow in cancer in a more agressive fashion, the two hormones in women of most concern is estrogen and progesterone. These two hormones stimulate the growth of normal breast cells and play a major role in many breast cancer treatment options. Cancer cells tend to respond to these hormones through the estrogen receptors (ER) and progesterone receptors (PR). ER and PR are a cells welcoming mat for these hormones circulating throughout the bloodstream. Cancer tumors are tested for these receptors in a test called a hormone receptor assay. If a cancer does not have these receptors, it is referred to as hormone receptor negative (estrogen-receptor negative and progesterone-receptor negative). If the cancer has these receptors, it is referred to as hormone receptor positive (ER-receptor positive and/or PR-receptor positive) or just ER-positive or PR-positive. Positive or negative receptor hormones within breast lesions is what matters here. The hormone receptors are important because cancer cells that are ER or PR-positive often stop growing if the woman takes drugs that either block the effect of estrogen and progesterone or decrease the body's levels of estrogen. these drugs lower the chance that the cancer will come back or recur and also improve the chances of the patient living longer. Most women with ER-positive or PR-positive cancer will take these drugs as part of their chemotherapy treatment protocol. However, these hormones-active drugs are not effective if your cancer does not contain these receptors.

Question: What types of things would you write/what pictures would you put on a SIMPLE ad for breast cancer awareness? I have to make an ad for school on breast cancer awareness. What types of things would you put on it? Please remember, this is supposed to be simple. Specific details on the disease aren't needed, I just need a few ideas. Thanks. =D

Answer: the pink ribbon with a saying that says EARLY DETECTION SAVES LIVE-es you can star early detection once a month at home__a picture of a family that says YES u have alot to life for

Question: is the colour pink used for all types of cancer, or just breast cancer? ya know when you see things that are pink, and are for cancer, ?? yeah are they just for breast cancer or all types of cancer?? please anser quick!! xx ok so if every type of cancer has its own ribbon, then what colour is leukemia?

Answer: A pink ribbon was used by Estee Lauder of the cosmetic company to support breast cancer research. Estee Lauder had breast cancer and wanted a way to raise public awareness. She took the idea from another woman who was using a peach colored ribbon to raise public awareness . . the two had a disagreement about whether to involve businesses in raising money for breast cancer research. Estee Lauder used her business clout to convince many companies to support 'pink' for cancer research . . she is the one behind all the pink merchandising and its promotion. So pink ribbons and pink are used almost exclusively for breast cancer. Prior to pink ribbons the idea to use a ribbon to support a need came from the AIDS epidemic when entertainers began to wear a red ribbon to support those people dying from AIDS. Later when Desert Storm came along people began to tie a yellow ribbon around trees from the song "Tie a yellow ribbon round the old oak tree if you still want me". Since the red ribbon for AIDS, the yellow ribbon for US troops, and pink ribbons for breast cancer . . other diseases and causes have been adopting colors and ribbons to raise public awareness too. List of awareness ribbons http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_awareness_ribbons Not every cancer has an 'official' ribbon or color. The organizations for different cancers sometimes adopt a ribbon, but nothing is 'official' about them . . so sometimes you will see a green ribbon for leukemia and sometimes an orange ribbon or sometimes both together. Here is another list: http://www.personalizedcause.com/shop/collections/classic/causes/ab.html It is best to buy ribbons directly from the organization you wish to support so that you know they receive the 'donation'.

Question: How many types of breast cancer are they? i need to know what they are and how many of them are.

Answer: Sounds like a homework question to me. The only way to learn is to do your own homework, but I’ll give you a start. Basically there are two categories, invasive and non-invasive. Then you have various histology’s: About 80% of all breast cancers are ductal carcinomas, about 10% are lobular, about 1% are inflammatory (the most dangerous) and the rest are various types; papillary, tubular, mucinous, etc, etc., etc. Tumors can be both invasive and non-invasive and they can be a combination of histologys.

Question: what are the names of the different types of breast cancer?

Answer: You can read all about the types here http://www.breastbiopsy.com/bioresults_typesofbreastcancer.jsp

Question: My mum has breast cancer and her mum and grandma got different types to. What are my chances of getting it.? My mum has breast cancer and her mum had lung cancer though the doctors say it was from smoking. My mums grandma also got some kind of cancer but i'm not sure what type. What is the risk of me getting it?

Answer: Due to your relatives having it, you have a higher chance of getting it than people whose relatives don't have cancer. If you take care of yourself, your chances of cancer will definetley lower.

Question: what are some different types of names that i can call breast cancer? what are ten specific words that i can use for breast cancer?

Answer: mammary carcinoma mammary= breast carcinoma= cancerous tumor

Question: What can you do to help prevent breast cancer after you start taking birth control pills? Birth control pills can cause breast cancer. What type of "preventative maintenance" can you do while you're on them?

Answer: there is no sure way to prevent breast cancer; however, regular exercise and eating healthy can't hurt. Make sure you are doing monthly self breast exams and getting a mammogram if you 40 or over (or earlier if you have a history).

Question: What kind of doctor works with breast cancer? Let's say I want to be a doctor that works with treating breast cancer. What type of doctor is that (name of doctor) and what education should I get?

Answer: You have to be a regular doctor and then specialise in Oncology. An oncologist will deal in all types of cancer including Breast cancer. Oncology is the study of cancer. There are five major areas of oncology: etiology, prevention, biology, diagnosis, and treatment. As a clinical discipline, it draws upon a wide variety of medical specialties; as a research discipline, oncology also involves specialists in many areas of biology and in a variety of other scientific areas. Oncology has led to major progress in the understanding not only of cancer but also of normal biology. There are several sub-specialties within oncology. Moreover, oncologists often develop an interest and expertise in the management of particular types of cancer. Oncologists may be divided on the basis of the type of treatment provided. Radiation oncology: treatment primarily with radiation, a process called radiotherapy. Surgical oncology: surgeons who specialize in tumor removal. Medical oncology: treatment primarily with drugs, e.g. chemotherapy. Interventional oncology: interventional radiologists who specialize in minimally invasive image guided tumor therapies. Gynecologic oncology: focuses on cancers of the female reproductive system. Pediatric oncology: concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in children In the United Kingdom and several other countries, oncologists may be either clinical or medical oncologists. The main difference is that clinical oncologists deliver radiotherapy, while medical oncologists do not. (This difference does not apply in North America: the terms, clinical oncologist and medical oncologist are used interchangeably.) In most countries it is now common that patients are treated by a multidisciplinary team. These teams will meet on regular basis and discus the patients under their care. These teams consist of the medical oncologist , a clinical oncologist or radiotherapist, a surgeon (sometimes there a second reconstructive surgeon) , a radiologist , a pathologist , an organ specific specialist like a gynaecologist or dermatologist, and sometimes the general practitioner is also involved. These disease oriented teams are sometimes in conflict with the general organisation and operation in hospitals. Historically hospitals are organised in a organ or technique specific manner. Multidisciplinary teams operate over these borders and it is sometimes difficult to define who is in charge.- So can select your course and do it according after compleation of baisc medicines and surgery. -

Question: What type of breast cancer did kylie minogue have? i have a relative that has been diagnosed with the same form of cacner kylie had. does anyone have info on this type of breast cancer? thanks

Answer: Why don't you do what I did and use Yahoo Search or Google and get the answer. There are probably a thousand or more entries on her.

Question: What are some other breast cancer symptoms? I can't find any information on what other types of breast cancer symptoms there are other than the obvious, breast lumps, discharge, changes in physical appearance etc. Anyone have any other symptoms associated with cancer?

Answer: Breast cancer can occur in the ducts, or lobules in the breast and on the skin of the breast. Typically if breast cancer forms in the ducts or lobules, there will be a lump that you can physically feel when you examine your breasts. Other symptoms to look for would be a change in the skin on your breast, a puckering of the nipple, or nipple discharge. Breastcancer.org has some good information...

Question: What does it mean when you have breast cancer in three different areas? My friend just found out that she has breast cancer in her right breast but three different lump types of cancer in one breast, and it has effected her lymph nodes at least two of them. What are her chances and what stage cancer would that be? She is going to be having a mascetomy and chemo.

Answer: I am not sure what you mean in lump types. It is very common for cancer to spread to lymph nodes. Especially in the breast tissue. Lymph nodes are usually extracted during the mascetomy and if cancer is present, radiation and/or chemo is also a common practice. Basically, Chemo kills off all cells. Good and bad. The person usually feels really tired and horribly sick. Their immune system ( the system that protects from disease and virus) is severly depressed. People with colds or infections should say away from her. She will not have a defense system to fight off the simplest cold. Just be there for your friend, let her know that you are there for her, But at the same time keep your distance if she needs time to morn her loss. Please dont ever say you know how she feels, because unless you have been through it, you dont. Also, sometimes the best communications is to be silent. Allow your friend to talk, just comfort her. I hope all works out for her and I will keep her in my prayers

Question: Why should I care about feminists whining about breast cancer when feminism causes it? 81-PERCENT INCREASE IN BREAST CANCER SINCE 1971 http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2006-09/29/content_5154954.htm "Having fewer children before the age of 30, early menarche, late menopause and being obese or overweight after menopause are said to be all factors behind the increase." [ Children before 30 and breast feeding is THE primary means of preventing breast cancer. ] http://info.cancerresearchuk.org/cancerstats/types/breast/incidence/ The incidence of breast cancer has been increasing for many years in economically developed countries. Over the twenty year period 1984-2003 the incidence rate increased by 51% [ Coincides with feminism nicely again ] Breast cancer incidence rates vary considerably, with the highest rates in the developed world and the lowest rates in Africa and Asia. [ No feminists in Africa and Asia ] Why should I care if they get breast cancer? Shouldn't "independent women" accept (not to mention finance) the consequences of their own actions? Incidentally, some of the people answering don't realise that feminism is the reason two incomes are now required to support a family, so feminism is still to blame if the reason is "economic". And you women's studies people are hysterical, you have very bad tempers. The substance of the posts below appears to be insults. As usual, nobody can logically disprove that "feminism causes breast cancer", even if it doesn't cause 100% of the cases it is what is behind the rise in incidents, so quite frankly feminists can fund their own breast cancer treatment programs. Best question ever though!

Answer: I think it's terrible that anybody thinks it's OK not to care when somebody dies for whatever reason, no matter their beliefs. That said, there is a strong correlation between the lifestyle changes with the advent of feminism and some of the maladies that women now suffer. Breast cancer is only one of them. Endometriosis is another...did you know that one adult woman in three now has it, and it was almost unheard of until the 70's? Food additives and pollution are certainly other causal factors, but psychological effects on health rank way up...don't kid yourselves. Anpadh - Anybody who thinks they know it all just because they studied feminism in a strongly feminist environment is a fool. Edit - Bonzai Betty - What is also true about most Asian countries is that they don't have feminism over there.

Question: Are there any survivors of Inflammatory Breast Cancer? My mother got diagnosed last year in november with (IBC)! She has gone through so many rounds of chemotherapy and radiation but it seems like it keeps growing. She has a doctor from M.D. Anderson and they have a research study. She is starting a new experimental chemo for just IBC. But i was wondering if anyone survived this type of breast cancer?

Answer: Seek out support groups for this type of breast cancer in order to find out information and the best resources . . they will help you: IBC Support http://www.ibcsupport.org/ Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation http://www.ibcresearch.org/ About IBC http://www.aboutibc.co.uk/ IBC Survivors http://www.ibcsurvivors.org/

Question: I wonder if the red sport on my breast is a type of breast cancer? I discovered a red spot next to my nipple. It does not itch, and I do not have any discharge. Do you think that it could be cancer. Has anyone had this? I do have an appt with my doctor next week but I think I want to be seen earlier.

Answer: I will make an appointment and see my primary doctor ASAP. No. I haven't had it. It could be nothing but to be on the safe side. Early detection is the key! FYI, Symptoms Generally, early breast cancer does not cause pain. Even so, a woman should see her health care provider about breast pain or any other symptom that does not go away. Common symptoms of breast cancer include: A change in how the breast or nipple feels You may experience nipple tenderness or notice a lump or thickening in or near the breast or in the underarm area. A change in how the breast or nipple looks This could mean a change in the size or shape of the breast or a nipple that is turned slightly inward. In addition, the skin of the breast, areola or nipple may appear scaly, red or swollen or may have ridges or pitting that resembles the skin of an orange. Nipple discharge

Question: Why did Rudolf Steiner think that the mistletoe is effective against breast cancer? Furthermore, what did he think about the Hellebores plant? He suggested to use it as an alternative treatment for certain cancer types. But why? (Note: Anthroposophical Medicine)

Answer: I think that is what Suzanne Somers used for her breast cancer. Obviously, herbs used for cancer are immune-system strengtheners.