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9 things you didn't know about breast cancer

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In Mexico,  breast cancer  ranks  first  in frequency of  malignant  tumors  in  women.   According to Jaime de la Garza, a clinical researcher at  the National Cancer Institute (INCan)  ,  breast cancer  is the leading cause of death in Mexican women over 25 years of age.   Despite the figures, it is important that you take into account that early  detection  can extend the lives of many women, but what is the new thing that has emerged on the subject?   What you did not know about breast cancer!   New drug.  The  Food and Drug Administration  (FDA) has approved a drug to treat early-stage  breast cancer  before surgery;  It is recommended for patients who are at high risk of  metastasis  .   A better location.  Researchers from  the National Cancer Institute  detail that in Mexico there is a more accurate method to detect  malignant...

Breast cancer: the importance of knowing our body to save life

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Breast  cancer  is one of the  main  causes of mortality in women worldwide,  the saddest thing is that although it is a  preventable disease  it continues to take the lives of the people we love, so it is  important that women Get to know your body to identify in time any anomaly that may indicate the presence of this enemy. According to the  World Health Organization (WHO),  in 2020  more than 2 million new cases were registered and around 685 thousand lost the battle against breast cancer,  on the other hand, the  National Institute of Statistics and Geography ( INEGI),  revealed that that same year  7 thousand 821 women and 58 men lost their lives due to this disease. Yes, the  figures are alarming   despite the fact that the information is within our reach,  until the month of October it is painted pink to sensitize and raise awareness about breast cancer  ,  but we are not used to s...

The emotional management of breast cancer

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The diagnosis of breast cancer triggers many emotions throughout all stages of treatment and recovery. Each woman reacts differently depending on her story, the events she has had to face, her sensitivity, her way of representing things and her temperament. There is no right or wrong way to react, but it is important to prioritize your emotional well-being to cope with this diagnosis and fight against the disease. emotional well-being It is completely normal to feel in the grip of anxiety, panic, anger, fear, consternation, sadness or even depression. These feelings are normal.  We must not repress them and we must above all remain honest with ourselves.  The acceptance process can sometimes be long, patience and hope are the key words. The consequences of treatments on your body are often heavy.  It's normal that you don't feel in good physical condition.  An onco-rehabilitation program in the hospital, with physical and emotional support, is essential. To cope with...