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HI MY NAME WAS DOROTHY HANES I WAS A MOTHER SISTER AUNT GRANDMOTHER AND GREAT GRANDMOTHER. YOU WILL NEVER MEET ME NOR SEE ME , I DIED ON OCTOBER 2 2004 AT 4 AM IN ELLIOT LAKE ONTARIO . YOU SEE I NEVER GOT TO SAY GOODBYE TO MY FAMILY OR MY FRIENDS .MY LIFE WAS STOLEN BECAUSE OF BREAST CANCER .PLEASE CHECK YOUR BREASTS EVERY MONTH IF YOU FEEL A LUMP GET IT CHECKED IMMEDIATELY . GET A SECOND DOCTOR TO LOOK AT YOU THIS IS A MEMORY I WANT IT BACK IF I COULD TURN THE HANDS OF TIME HOLDING YOUR HAND , I AM ON YOUR LAP IF ONLY I COULD GET YOU BACK .I AM HOLDING ONTO THE MEMORY OF WHAT DID NOT LAST DEATH LEAVES A HEARTACHES THAT NO ONE CAN HEAL,LOVE LIVES WITH THE MEMORY NO ONE CAN STEALPLEASE SIGN AND LEAVE COMMENTS AS OFTEN AS YOU LIKE REMEMBER NOTHING NASTY ,MEAN, NO PORNADD THE NAMES OF LOVED ONES WHO LOST OR WON THERE BATTLE AGAINST BREAST CANCER OR ANY KIND OF CANCERHow to do a Breast Self ExamThe single most important tool for surviving breast cancer is to catch it early. More and more women are being diagnosed with the disease in their 20’s and 30’s -- an age group that many doctors still wrongly believe is too young for breast cancer. Unfortunately, no one past their teens is too young and there are the survivors to prove it. Unless you are classified as high risk, meaning your mom or sister has or had breast cancer, you won’t start getting mammograms (x-rays which check for breast cancer) until you’re past 40. So what do you until then? A breast self exam. A breast self exam is the best way to find any potential growth because it’s you being aware of your own body. Contrary to popular opinion, the breast is not necessarily smooth; it’s often lumpy and bumpy. The goal is to become familiar with what is normal for you (or if you’re a guy, to become familiar with what is normal for your partner). After doing monthly self exams for a while, you’ll be better able to notice any change which may be of concern. And if at all in doubt, see your doctor! INFORMATION LIKE THIS PASSED ON TO EVERY WOMAN HELPS IN THE FIGHT JOIN THE GROWING COMMUNITY OF HOPE YOU CAN HELP SPREAD AWARENESS BY VISITING THE BREAST CANCER SITE AND CLICK ONCE A DAY www.TheBreastCancerSite.com LETS SPREAD THE SEEDS OF UNDERSTANDING THE BREAST CANCER CAN BE FOUGHT Early Detection: Do You Know The Facts?Each year, 182,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and 43,300 die. One woman in eight either has or will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. In addition, 1,600 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 400 will die this year. A complete early detection plan also includes regular clinical breast examinations by a trained medical professional. Monthly breast self-exams are suggested in addition.
FIGHT BREAST CANCERBreast cancer in malesLess than 1% of breast cancers occur in men and incidence is about 1 in 100,000. Men with gynaecomastia do not have a higher risk of developing breast cancer. The treatment of men with breast cancer is similar to that in older women. Since the male breast tissue is confined to the area directly behind the nipple, treatment for males has usually been a mastectomy with axillary surgery. This may be followed by adjuvant radiotherapy, hormone therapy (such as tamoxifen), or chemotherapy.HERE IS ONE MAN 'S STORY ON HIS BREAST CANCERBrian Crookes, Calgary, AlbertaBrian is one of the few that is one of the some 145 men diagnosed each year with breast cancer. Three years ago in Calgary, with the prodding of his wife Mary Anne, Brian persisted in seeking medical advice for a lump initially dismissed by doctors as a cyst. It was finally diagnosed correctly as a Stage II breast cancer, and signaled the start of a long process of surgery, chemotherapy and recovery. “It was the best thing that ever happened to me,” says Brian. “It completely changed my focus. Every day is a great day. There’s no time to have your head in the sand. I have a new appreciation for everything and everyone the day brings." Today, Brian is a Board member of the Prairies/NWT Chapter of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and CEO of Hallmark Tubulars Ltd. He committed to being a volunteer for the Foundation because, as Brian explains, “I didn’t want to die, and I’m was terribly concerned for my two daughters being at risk for inheriting this disease. I wanted to give back for the extraordinary support, caring and attention I received from all the members of my oncology team, and do my part to give my daughters a future without breast cancer. I knew as a man talking about breast cancer, I could get attention and stand out in the crowd of survivors. I could bring renewed attention to the need for fundraising, and give a fresh angle to the importance of ongoing donor support. Alex, Brian’s sixteen year-old daughter is also an active volunteer. “Living through my father’s experience has taught me a lot about what’s important, and how to turn something negative into something positive.” A group of youth in Calgary and Edmonton initiated the Youth Advisory Council with the Prairies/NWT Chapter. It gives a voice to children whose parents have all been touched by breast cancer, and increases awareness about the disease, and how they can help raise money and support for those in their families touched by it. “You know,” Brian laughs, “guys see me surrounded by hundreds of women in pink walking in survivor parades and ask if I’m out of mind to be participating. And, I always have to say, it’s the right thing to do.”MEN YOU CAN COPY THIS PINK AND BLUE RIBBON AND ADD IT TO YOUR SITE AS MEN GET BREAST CANCER , YOU CAN GO TO PHOTO BUCKET MAKE AN ALBUM PUT THIS THERE AND THEN TAKE THE CODE ADD IT TO YOUR PAGE . WE MUST GET THE WORD OUT NOT ONLY WOMEN ARE AFFECTED .Breast Cancer spreading elsewhere in the bodyMost people understand breast cancer as something that happens in the breast. However it can spread via lymphatics to nearby lymph nodes usually those under the arm. That is why surgery for breast cancer always involves some type of surgery for the glands under the arm- either axillary clearance, sampling or sentinel node biopsy.Breast cancer can also spread to other parts of the body via blood vessels. So it can spread to the lungs, pleura (the lining of the lungs), the liver, the brain and most commonly to the bones.Seventy percent of the time that breast cancer spreads to other locations, it spreads to bone, especially the vertebrae and the long bones of the arms, legs and ribs. Breast cancer cells "set up housekeeping" in the bones and form tumors. When breast cancer is found in bones, it has usually spread to more than one site. At this stage, it is treatable, often for many years, but it is not curable.Like normal breast cells, these tumors in the bone often thrive on female hormones, especially estrogen. Therefore, the doctor often treats the patient with medicines that lower her estrogen levels.Usually the breast cancer spreads to many bones where it eats away at the health bone, causing weak spots. The bones break easily at those weak spots. That is why you will see breast cancer patients wearing braces, using a wheel chair or complaining of aching bones. If a patient had breast cancer in the past and notices pain in her bones, she should see her doctor.Breast cancer awarenessIn the month of October, breast cancer is recognized by survivors, family and friends of survivors and/or victims of the disease. A pink ribbon is worn to recognize the struggle that sufferers face when battling the cancer.Pink for October is an initiative started by Matthew Oliphant, which asks that any sites willing to help make people aware of breast cancer, change their template or layout to include the color pink, so that when visitors view the site, they see that the majority of the site is pink. Then after reading a short amount of information about breast cancer, or being redirected to another site, they are aware of the disease itself.THIS SECTION IS SPECIAL FOR THOSE WHO LOST THEIR BATTLEDIANE CONWAYPEGGY CADMANJANIS CAMPBELLROSE NORRIS 3/21/57 TO 8/18/04SIMONE BRUNET FRAPPIER 1924 TO 1986
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In the fight against breast cancer, annual mammograms save lives. That's why annual mammograms are recommended for all women over 40.† An estimated 38,421,644 women age 40 and over didn't get mammograms in the past year.‡§ You can help us change that number.Digital mammography is one of the most recent advances in breast cancer detection. With digital mammography, images are acquired digitally and can be displayed immediately on the system's computer monitor. The breast image is captured with a special electronic x-ray detector, then, converted into a digital picture that is reviewed on the monitor.Digital mammography makes it possible for magnification, orientation, brightness, and contrast of the image to be altered after the exam is completed to help the radiologist better see specific areas of the breast. What's more, less time may be needed because the results are seen more quickly with digital vs. film mammography, which should, typically, mean less anxiety and discomfort for the patient. Breast ultrasound, also known as sonography or ultrasonography, is frequently used to evaluate breast abnormalities that are found with screening, diagnostic mammography or during a physician-performed clinical breast exam. The ultrasound image is displayed in real time on the ultrasound system during the examination, enabling the clinician/technologist to place the ultrasound transducer over specific regions of the breast.Breast ultrasound is used in the differentiation of breast tissue, since an ultrasound can distinguish between solid and fluid-filled lumps (cysts). Ultrasound is also useful in helping physicians guide a biopsy.Magnetic resonance breast imaging (MRI, MR) has been available in the US since the early 90s for use as a supplemental tool, to assist physicians in the diagnosis of breast cancer. Breast MRI is an excellent problem-solving technology. It is often used to investigate breast concerns first detected with mammography, physical exam, or other imaging exams.MRI is useful for staging breast cancer, determining the most appropriate treatment, monitoring treatment, and for patient follow-up after breast cancer treatment. Additionally, MRI is excellent for imaging the augmented breast, including the breast implant itself and breast tissue surrounding the implant. (Abnormalities or signs of breast cancer can sometimes be obscured by the implant on a mammogram.)Researchers and clinicians are currently investigating whether breast MRI may be useful in screening young women with a high risk of breast cancer. MRI screening may be helpful because it provides an effective tool for accurately imaging dense breast tissue commonly found in younger women.Types of breast cancerDuctal carcinoma 65-90% Lobular carcinoma 10% Inflammatory breast cancer Medullary carcinoma 5% Colloid carcinoma 2% Papillary carcinoma 1% Metaplastic carcinoma
commentshack.comUnproven It has been hypothesized that abortion may increase the risk of breast cancer because of hormones in early pregnancy. Recent large studies do not support this association. Although not well quantified there has long been a concern about risk associated with environmental estrogenic compounds, such as dioxins, or phytoestrogens such as found in soy beans. Aluminum salts such as those used in anti-perspirants have recently been classified as metalloestrogens. In research published in the Journal of Applied Toxicology, Dr. Philippa D. Darbre of the University of Reading has shown that aluminium salts increase estrogen-related gene expression in human breast cancer cells grown in the laboratory.
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THIS IS MELISSA ETHERIDGE AND THE SONG ON THIS PAGE IS BY HER HUGS TO HEREnvironmental causes All women and men are at risk for breast cancer, regardless of hereditary factors. In fact, 85 to 90 percent of breast cancer incidences cannot be explained by inherited genetic predisposition. Other known risk factors and personal characteristics include personal or family history of breast cancer, high breast tissue density, earlier onset of menstruation (8 years or younger), later menopause (55 years or older), late first-term pregnancy (25 years or older), no children or no breast-feeding, early or recent use of oral contraceptives, more than four years use of hormone replacement therapy, postmenopausal obesity, alcohol consumption, exposures to secondhand cigarette smoke and exposure to ionizing radiation.When all known risk factors and characteristics are added together including genetics and family history, as much as 50 percent of breast cancer cases remain unexplained.Although environmental exposures are not generally cited as risk factors for the disease (except for diet, pharmaceuticals and radiation), a substantial and growing body of evidence indicates that exposures to certain toxic chemicals and hormone-mimicking compounds including chemicals used in pesticides, cosmetics and cleaning products contribute to the development of breast cancer.A recent Canadian study concluded that female farm workers are three times more likely to have breast cancer.
commentshack.comIt is important to have a model of causation of a disease in order to distinguish epidemiological risk factors or associations with disease, from the biological etiology and primary cause, secondary co-factors, and simple promoters of the disease. The first work on breast cancer epidemiology was done by Janet Lane-Claypon, who published a comparative study in 1926 of 500 breast cancer cases and 500 control patients of the same background and lifestyle for the British Ministry of Health.Today, breast cancer, like other forms of cancer, is considered to be a result of damage to DNA. How this mechanism may occur comes from several known or hypothesized factors (such as exposure to ionizing radiation). Some factors lead to an increased rate of mutation (exposure to estrogens) and decreased repair (the BRCA1, BRCA2 and p53 genes). Although many epidemiological risk factors, and biological co-factors and promoters have been identified, the majority of breast cancer incidence remains unattributable, and the primary cause is unknown.Dietary influences have been proposed and examined, but these are small effects, and do not distinguish differences in risk within populations, as well as they do between populations.A significant environmental effect was revealed by the large difference in breast cancer incidence between countries and continents, and a migration effect which slowly increases the risk of breast cancer even across generations after migration from a country of lower incidence to a country of higher incidence, such as moving from China or Japan to the United States.Humans are not the only mammal prone to breast cancer. Some strains of mice, namely the house mouse (Mus domesticus) are prone to breast cancer which is caused by infection with the mouse mammary tumour virus (MMTV or "Bittner virus" for its discoverer Hans Bittner), by random insertional mutagenesis. Suspicion of MMTV or other viruses in human breast cancer is controversial, and the idea is not generally accepted for lack of direct and definitive evidence. There is much more research in diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer than in its cause.
commentshack.comAge The risk of getting breast cancer increases with age. For someone who lives to the age of 90, the chances of getting breast cancer is about 14.3% or one in seven during their lifetime. Men can also develop breast cancer, but their risk is less than one in 1000 (see sex and illness). [citation needed] This risk is modified by many different factors. In a very small (~ 5%) proportion of breast cancer cases, there is a strong inherited familial risk.The probability of breast cancer rises with age but breast cancer tends to be more aggressive when it occurs in younger people. One type of breast cancer that is especially aggressive and disproportionately occurs in younger people is inflammatory breast cancer. It is initially staged as Stage IIIb or Stage IV. It also is unique because it often does not present with a lump so that it often is not detected by mammography or ultrasound. It presents with the signs and symptoms of a breast infection like mastitis.

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It is recommended that a breast self-exam, or BSE, be routinely done every month. This will greatly increase the likelihood of detecting breast cancer in its early stages. A monthly breast self-exam is even recommended by the American Cancer Society for all women ages 19 and above. This procedure is fairly easy to do and most women without any disability can perform the test in the privacy of their own room or in the bathroom. Around menstruation time, a woman’s breast may feel lumpy, tender and swollen. These are normal occurrences. If you perform a monthly exam on your breast, you will develop familiarity with its feel, shape and size. This familiarity will enable you to detect any changes should these happen. While doing the breast self-exam, it is important to take notice some new and developing occurrences:1. New lumps and changes in the size and shape of already existing lumps.2. You should always be keen in looking for changes in the shape and breast contour including any unusual swelling.3. Skin color and texture changes in your breast are also important signs.4. Look for skin rash, dimpling, crusting and puckering especially around the nipple area.5. Fluid leaking from the nipple should also be noticed.Finally, even if you develop any of the above signs, do not get emotionally upset. These do not necessarily mean that you have breast cancer. Most breast lumps are not even cancerous. Always inform your doctor about your discovery so that more tests can be done to rule out breast cancer.Are You At Risk Of Breast Cancer? Is anyone in your family suffering from breast cancer? Are you worried that you might suffer the disease yourself? Do you know the factors that put you at greater risk of developing breast cancer?Early detection and treatment are the best ways to combat breast cancer. Here are several factors that put a person at greater risk. These factors are divided into two groups; those which you cannot control and those which you can control. You should be diligent about self-examination and mammography if you have several of the factors found in the first group and your doctor can help you take some preventive medications. On the other hand, if you have several factors that are found in the second group, you can take specific steps to eliminate the risk.The breast cancer risk factors that you cannot control include:1. Advancing age. The risk of developing cancer increases with age. According to studies, your breast cancer risk is 1 in 19,608 if you are at the age of 25. However, by age 40 it becomes 1 in 217. Once you reach the age of 65, your risk of developing cancer increases dramatically and it can be 1 in 17. 2. Family history. You have a higher risk of suffering breast cancer if you have one or more family members who have developed breast or ovarian cancer themselves. The more members of your immediate family suffering from breast cancer, the greater your risk of developing the disease. If this is the situation, be keen on doing monthly self examination. 3. Women who had their first menstruation before the age of 13 are at higher risk. Equally exposed to higher risk of breast cancer are women who reached menopause after the age of 51. 4. Reproductive history. A Woman who gave birth to her first child after the age of 30 has a higher risk of developing breast cancer. Women who have few or no children at all are also at greater risk of contracting the disease. The breast cancer risk factors that you can control include:1. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Your risk of developing breast cancer is slightly raised with HRT although cessation of the treatment will restore your level of risk prior to treatment. 2. Person's weight. Overweight individuals have higher risks of breast cancer than normal weight individuals. The risk usually increases especially for women after menopause. Restoring back to a normal weight by eating healthy foods and engaging in worthwhile healthy activities and exercise routine will usually lower the risk. 3. Alcohol consumption. Higher alcohol consumption increases a person's risk of developing breast cancer. Studies show that a person who drinks alcoholic beverages three or more times a day doubles her risk of breast cancer. By limiting alcohol consumption, a person will also lower her risk of developing breast cancer. Breast cancer is a spiteful disease. It is therefore beneficial to know your level of risk so that you will be able to make the necessary steps to lower it. In cases where the risk cannot be controlled, proper preventive measures should be done with the help of your doctor to live a healthier and breast cancer free life.Breast Cancer - Myths Myth: An individual will probably get breast cancer if her mother or grandmother had it. Myth: Breast cancer is caused by the birth control pill. Myth: Only women get breast cancer - Men do not get the disease.This is not true. Though the percentage is smaller men do get breast cancer, therefore, it is important for men too to exam themselves monthly and report any changes noticed to their doctor immediately. In 2004, it was estimated that around 1500 men with breast cancer and that 500 will eventually die from it. THE NUMBERS HAVE GREATLY CHANGED REMEMBER WE ARE IN THE YEAR 2007 Myth: Lawn chemicals, pesticides and dry cleaning services cause breast cancer.A few small studies have shown this as a possibility but larger studies on this subject have indicated otherwise. Myth: You are likely to get breast cancer if you have a risk factor. Myth: If you have a lump in your breast you will get breast cancer.This is not so as it is found that eight out of ten lumps are not malignant or cancerous. If you discover any abnormalities or even a persistent lump in your breast it is best you consult your physician at once as early detection would result in better treatment and recovery. Myth: Breast cancer will end up in death.This is not so. 80% of the breast cancer diagnosed women show no spread of the cancer cells beyond the breast or to nearby lymph nodes. Also 80% of these women continue to live for a further five years and some even longer.Myth: Younger women run a higher risk of breast cancer than older women.As a woman gets older the risk of her getting breast cancer is also higher as age is one of the strongest risk factors for breast cancer. It is therefore important for a woman starting from the age of about forty to self examine her breasts monthly for any lumps or irregularities; get regular mammograms and a clinical breast examination done yearly in order to detect an early development of cancer. Women in the age group 20 - 40 should also carry out monthly self breast examination and clinical breast examinations every three years or so.

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