Breast Cancer in Young Women Center - Lowell, MA
Lowell Oncologist Doctors for Breast Cancer in Young WomenType of Physician: Oncologist What is a Oncologist? A subspecialty certification by the Board of Internal Medicine; the oncologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. These subspecialists decide on and administer chemotherapy as well as consult with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatment for cancer. Specialty: Oncology (Medical) Common Name: Cancer Doctor Oncologist Doctors in Lowell * Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates Cambridge  Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Hematology Oncology  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Psychosocial Oncology  Dana Farber Cancer Institute Brigham & Women's Cancer Center  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Kenneth Anderson MD  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Gynecology Oncology Program  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Breast & Gynecologic  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Gynecology Oncology Program  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Gastroenterologic Oncology  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Breast & Gynecologic  Dana Farber  Dana Farber Cancer Institute Brigham & Womens Cancer Center  Dana Farber Harvard Cancer Center  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Head & Neck Oncology  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Hematology/Oncology  Dana Farber Cancer Institute Brigham & Women's Cancer Center  Dana Farber Cancer Institute Medical Hematology/Oncology  Lowe Center for Thoracic Oncology Program  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Hematology/Oncology  Dana Farber Cancer Institute Brigham & Womens Cancer Center  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Gynecology Oncology Program  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Medical Oncology  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Hematology Oncology  Dana Farber Cancer Institute  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Hematology/Oncology  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Breast & Gynecologic  Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Hematology/Oncology  Dana Farber Cancer Institute Medical Hematology/Oncology  Edwin Alyea MD  Dana Farber Cancer Institute Thoracic Oncology  Dana Farber Cancer Institute Brigham & Women's Cancer Center  Dana Farber Cancer Institute  Dana Farber Cancer Institute Brigham & Womens Cancer Center  Massachusetts General Hospital Oncology  MGH Bone Marrow Transplant Program  MGH Pappas Center for Neuro Oncology  MGH Cancer Center Chairman  MGH Pappas Center for Neuro Oncology  MGH Bone Marrow Transplant Program  MA Eye & Ear Infirmary Retinopathy Services  MGH Orthopaedic Oncology  MGH Orthopaedic Oncology  MGH Bone Marrow Transplant Program  MGH Pappas Center for Neuro Oncology  MGH Orthopaedic Oncology  MGH Orthopaedic Oncology  MGH Bone Marrow Transplant Program  Mass General North Shore Cancer Center  Commonwealth Oncology  Hawthorn Medical Associates  Northampton Internal Medicine  Drs Murray & Glynn MD PC  Robert Byrne MD Lowell, MassachusettsUpcoming Local Events2012-05-26
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Breast Cancer in Young WomenRead the Breast Cancer in Young Women article » IntroductionYounger women generally do not consider themselves to be at risk for breast cancer. Only 5 percent of all breast cancer cases occur in women under 40 years old. However, breast cancer can strike at any age, and all women should be aware of their personal risk factors for breast cancer. (A risk factor is a condition or behavior that puts a person at risk for developing a disease.) There are several factors that put a woman at high risk for developing breast cancer, including:
An extended use of oral contraceptives (the Pill) later in life is also sometimes considered a factor for developing breast cancer. However, this is still subject to much debate in the medical community.
What Is Different About Breast Cancer in Younger Women?Diagnosing breast cancer in younger women (under 40 years old) is more difficult because their breast tissue is generally more dense than the breast tissue in older women. By the time a lump in a younger woman's breast can be felt, the cancer often is advanced. In addition, breast cancer in younger women may be aggressive and less likely to respond to treatment . Women who are diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age are more... Recommended Reading Related to Breast Cancer in Young WomenBreast Cancer and Lymphedema » What Is Lymphedema?Lymphedema is an abnormal buildup of fluid that causes swelling, most often in the arms or legs. The condition develops when lymph vessels or lymph nodes are missing, impaired, damaged, or removed. There are two types of lymphedema: primary and secondary. Primary lymphedema is rare and is caused by the absence of, or abnormalities in, certain lymph vessels at birth. Secondary lymphedema occurs as a result of a blockage or interruption that alters the flow of lymph through the lymphatic system and can develop from an infection, cancer, surgery, scar tissue formation, trauma, deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot in a vein), radiation, or other cancer treatment. Who Is at Risk for Developing Lymphedema?People who have had any of the following procedures may be at risk for developing lymphedema:
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Breast Lumps (In Women)
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Breast
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Breast Cancer and Coping With Stress
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Breast Cancer During Pregnancy
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Breast Cancer Clinical Trials
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