In an earlier article we talked about male breast cancer. Today’s post focuses on a similar topic: Gynecomastia – the swelling of male breast tissue. It occurs when a hormonal imbalance causes a man’s breast tissue to swell. The condition can be painful, and can also be quite embarrassing for a patient. Thankfully, there are […]
Treating Male Breast Cancer
We have talked previously about the surgical treatment options for breast cancer, but so far we have focused predominantly on female breast cancer (because they are the most commonly affected). The fact is that breast cancer does not solely impact women. Contrary to popular belief, men can develop breast cancer as well. In this article, […]
Breast Cancer Types & Surgical Treatments
Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer affecting women (it occurs in men as well but is much less common). However, not all breast cancers are the same. The type of cancer depends on which cells in the breast become cancerous and whether or not they have invaded the surrounding structures. […]
