Breast Cancer Treatment at best of Hospitals and Wellness centres in Chennai
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Overview on Breast Cancer Treatment
Treatment of breast cancer depends on the stage. The treatment may involve radiotherapy, surgery or medications. The types of surgeries used included mastectomy (radical mastectomy or simple mastectomy, modified radical mastectomy, patery modified radical mastectomy), breast-conserving surgery, lumpectomy and lymph node dissection. Medical therapy involves chemotherapy for breast cancer or systemic hormonal therapy like tamoxifen.
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Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai
439, Cheran Nagar, Perumbakkam, Cheran Nagar, Perumbakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600100
Brief about Hospital
- Lung Transplantation Program is considered to be the best in India
- First Hospital in South Asia to perform the Nucleus Replacement in Spine
- Expertise in Multi-Organ Transplants- lungs, kidney, heart & liver
Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai
Fortis Malar Hospital, No. 52, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai 600 020
Brief about Hospital
- More than 160 consultants and 650 employees to manage over 11,000 in-patients
- Performed India’s Youngest Paediatric Heart Transplant
- 180 beds including about 60 ICU beds, 4 Operation theaters, state-of-the-art digital flat panel Cath lab, an ultra-modern dialysis unit besides a host of other world-class facilities
SIMS Hospital, Chennai
Vadapalani, Chennai(Next to Vadapalani Metro Station)No.1, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai(100 Feet Road), Vadapalani Chennai Tamil Nadu 600026
Brief about Hospital
- 345 bedded hospital, out of which 30% compromises of the ICU beds
- World class ICUs that are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, dedicated operation theaters and specialists
- Super specialists providing holistic care ably supported by nurses, paramedical staff and our health service personnel
MIOT International Hospital, Chennai
4/112, Mount Poonamalle Road Manapakkam, Chennai - 600 089 Tamil Nadu, INDIA
Brief about Hospital
- The 21 state-of-the-art operation theatres are equipped with the sophisticated technology and instrumentation
- Patient rooms in the hospital have generous views of greenery, while atriums flood the building with natural light and fresh air.
- Strict infection control measures and sophisticated air systems ensure a near zero-bacteria environment.
- Kidney transplants in India took on a new dimension when India’s first kidney transplant across blood groups was performed at MIOT.
- MIOT International is also a leading centre for orthopaedic research and stem cell research.
More about Breast Cancer Treatment
About breast cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer where the cells of the breast begin to grow abnormally or uncontrollably. Usually there are 2 types of breast cancer, one which originates in the milk ducts and other which originates in the lobules. These cells can travel to other parts of your body through blood vessels and lymph vessels and when that happens, it is called metastatic (spread of cancer cells to new areas of the body
The surgery can take upto 2-3 hours. The treatment consists of Chemotherapy, hormone therapy, surgery and radiation. The type of surgery that can be done is based on a few aspects like- the size of the cancer, the size of the breasts and where is the cancer located in the breast.
Symptoms/ How to detect breast cancer
A breast lump is just one of the symptoms how you can detect breast cancer. There are a few other signs that you should look out for like-
● Nipple discharge
● Breast dimpling
● Redness or pain or swelling
● Nipple retraction
● Inverted nipple
● Sudden change in size
● Changes in the skin texture (Scaly skin around the nipple)
If you face the above abnormalities in your breasts for more than 3-5 weeks, it is recommended that you see your doctor right away. Screening for breast cancer (mammogram) can help detect this condition in its earliest and most treatable stage.
Types of breast cancer surgeries
There are 2 major types of breast cancer surgeries performed-
- Mastectomy - Mastectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or both of the breasts to treat cancer. The procedure generally takes about 2-3 hours. It is followed by breast reconstruction which is a surgery to reshape the breasts.
- Lumpectomy- Lumpectomy is a surgical procedure to remove cancer bearing tissue from the breasts as opposed to mastectomy where the whole breast is removed. It is also called breast conserving surgery. Takes about 20-50 mins.
Best hospital for breast cancer treatment
- Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurgaon
- Narayana super speciality hospital
- Nanavati hospital, Mumbai
Best breast cancer doctor
Before breast cancer surgery- Educating yourself
It is important to know that not all breast lumps are cancerous but if you notice changes in the breasts that does not relate to your menstrual cycle or any breast infection, you should visit your doctor for the examination and evaluation of the affected breasts to rule out the other possible causes. The tests may include mammograms, blood tests, ultrasound and other imaging tests.
● Learn about the different types of breast cancer and their treatment procedures.
● Awareness about the symptoms can timely screening can help reduce the risk.
● Ask your doctor- what to expect after the surgery and the risk factors.
● Finding the right doctor for the procedure. Make sure you are seeing the right type of specialist for your cancer.
● Know your medical history, breast cancer is genetic in 5-10% of the cases.
● Get breast biopsy- the surest way to detect breast cancer where doctor takes out pieces of breast tissue to check them for cancer cells.
● Seek a second opinion- Always a good idea.
● Seek mental support. There are support groups that you can join to cope with the emotional aspects.
● Learn about the procedure for your specific type of cancer- the cost, the recovery time etc to be prepared.
After the surgery- Recovery
After the surgery there are a few things that you should keep in mind or to look out for so that your recover process is comfortable and fast.
● Be sure that you go for the follow up visits where the doctor will conduct a few tests to check if the cancer is back.
● Eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly and stop smoking if you do as it hampers the recovery process.
● Join support groups, seek support from other young women facing the same and talk about your state.
● Watch out for the late side effects of the surgery like chest pain, fatigue, numbness, blurred vision and keep updating your doctor regarding it.
● Take care of the incision- timely change of the bandage to avoid infection.
● Keep all of your medical records and history saved (incase the cancer comes back).
● The cut should be kept dry and clean and the patient should take sponge baths until the doctor has removed the drains.
● Getting used to the changes- The sooner you can confront the changes that has happened, the sooner it will give you the confidence to go back to your normal life.
● Find out more about breast reconstruction and breast prosthesis.