Breast Cancer
Prashil Dulal
Prashil Dulal
December 5, 2014
Health Science 1
Location: Wake Early College of Health and Sciences, Holston Lane, Raleigh, NC, United States
What is Breast Cancer?
Definition of Breast Cancer
Causes of Breast Cancer
Doctors know that breast cancer occurs when some breast cells begin growing abnormally. These cells divide more rapidly than healthy cells do and continue to accumulate, forming a lump or mass. The cells may metastasize through your breast to your lymph nodes or to other parts of your body." (Breast Cancer; American Cancer Society)
Symptoms of Breast Cancer
Treatment of Breast Cancer
1. Breast Cancer Surgery
2. Radiation Therapy
3. Chemotherapy
4. Hormone Therapy
5. Targeted Drugs
Population Affected
Citations
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