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BREAST CANCER AND OLDER WOMEN: IS RADIATION NECESSARY?
Selection criteria for radiotherapy after surgery in the elderly have been refined and subgroups identified, in whom radiotherapy may safely be avoided. These are women with small tumours that are strongly oestrogen receptor-positive and where nodes are not infiltrated. These patients present a sizable group of 65+ year-old breast cancer patients. But the news is also good for patients not fulfilling these criteria. Current radiation regimens that are less onerous than the standard 25 – 32 daily radiation sessions are on the scene; and proven effective.
Post-partum thyroiditis: knowing the facts
It is not until the second phase of post-partum thyroiditis that most women will notice symptoms. This typically occurs four to eight months after delivery and could last for up to nine months to a year. Women should be encouraged to use this broad timeline as a framework to check in with their bodies as time progresses following giving birth and be on the lookout for common symptoms.
The impact of breast cancer treatments on bone health – Longevity Live
For women undergoing breast cancer treatment, it is a fact that some of their treatments will result in treatment-induced bone loss. For those who are already at risk of bone density loss, this can result in fragility fractures if not managed from the start of treatments. Fragility fractures decrease the quality of life and, if a weight-bearing bone such as the femur is involved, can lead to loss of mobility and through complications, even premature death. This is an important consideration for your medical team to discuss with you.
Fresh Radio chats to Dr Apffelstaedt about breast cancer and pregnancy
Fresh FM discusses how breast cancer is treated when the patient is pregnant. There are complex medical conversations that need to take place to ensure the health of both mother and child during treatment. The full interview is available to listen to here.
Republikein – Breast cancer, Fertility and Pregnancy
Published in Republikein, this article provides detailed information on fertility and pregnancy considerations when diagnosed with breast cancer. The article is free to read on their site from 12:00 each day.
eNCA chats to Dr Hoosain about breast cancer (for World Cancer Day 2024)
World Cancer Day is on 4th February every year. It's all about mobilising awareness of screening and meeting WHO cancer goals. eNCA speaks to Dr Hoosain about what the cancer stats are globally (and locally) and to talk about breast cancer in particular.