Breast Cancer Awareness Day is launched to create awareness of the disease among people and motivate them to detect it in time along with showing support to the victims of such disease. Though the entire October month is assigned for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, some specific days are assigned on respective dates that fall under this category.
- National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October):
This has been a month where different organizations come up with different activities, campaigns, and events in an effort to educate the public regarding breast cancer. The general theme for this month is breast cancer awareness.
- Day of Breast Cancer Awareness:
Most countries also sponsor a day of observance in October, almost invariably linked to specific events or programs. Among them is the National Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, which in the United States occurs on October 13 while efforts continue to raise awareness over the plight of metastatic breast cancer patients.
Breast cancer is an abnormal growth of neoplasia arising from the breast. Most commonly, it occurs in the ducts or lobules-ductal carcinoma and lobular carcinoma, respectively.
BREAST CANCER CAUSES
The causes are not well understood. Some risk factors have been identified:
- Genetic mutations: Genetic mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, for example, greatly increase susceptibility.
- Family history: Family members who have had breast cancer may be at increased risk.
- Hormonal factors: The risk increases with prolonged exposure to estrogen, as in early menarche or late menopause.
- Lifestyle Factors: Obese, not very active, alcoholism, a diet high in fats, and more such may be associated.
- Radiation therapy: Published evidence exists that individuals exposed to chest radiation, often prior to the current age, are at increased risk.
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT): Prolonged use for symptomatic relief of menopause has been reported to increase the risk factor.
BREAST CANCER SYMPTOMS
- A lump in the breast or axilla: Typically not painful but sometimes firm or unusual.
- Alteration of breast size or shape: A disparity in appearance between a pair of breasts.
- Orange peel skin of the breast with dimpling, puckering, or thickening.
- Changes in the areola and nipples: Inversion, any sort of unusual especially blood or a rash.
- Pain or tenderness in the breasts: Unexplained pain that is constant and persistent or both.
- Redness or scaling: Of the breast skin or the area of the nipple.
Early-stage breast cancer usually does not exhibit any signs; therefore, regular check-ups become of paramount importance for its detection.
GENERAL APPROACH
TREATMENT PLANNING: As per the type, stage, receptor status and based on the choice of the patient.
SURGERY: This may be in the form of lumpectomy, where the tumor is removed, or mastectomy, in which the whole of the breast tissue is removed.
Radiation therapy: This is aimed at targeting any remaining cells of cancer after surgery.
Chemotherapy: It is the use of drugs given to kill the cancer cells or shrink the tumors before performing any surgery.
Hormone therapy: Used for hormone-positive receptors, it inhibits hormones that fuel the growth of cancer.
Targeted therapy: It will make use of drugs that will only kill the cancer cells and these may be Her2 inhibitors.
Immunotherapy: It strengthens the immune system of the body to fight cancers.
HOMOEOPATHIC TREATMENT FOR BREAST CANCER
Homeopathy treatments for breast cancer are based on patient-to-patient necessities and symptoms manifesting in them along with their constitution. some homeopathic remedies for breast cancer:-
- Calcarea Carbonica: For those who tend to lump in the breast, who are also disposed to obesity, and who easily fatigues.
- Silicea: This is useful for anyone who has had an abscess previously or who does not heal well after an operation.
- Phytolacca:- It is a general remedy for sore indurated swellings of the breast, especially when there is a history of mastitis or any other infection of the breast.
- Arsenicum Album:-The remedy used when the patient is anxious, restless, or weak especially if she suffers from a disease.
- Conium Maculatum:- Glandular
enlargements; breast feels heavy or sore
FAQS
Some questions frequently asked about homeopathic treatments for breast cancer and answers as per the principles of homeopathy are presented below:
- Can homeopathy cure breast cancer?
Homeopathy can cure breast cancer. When constitutional homeopathic simillimum is given it can cure the cancerous growth.
- Which homeopathic remedies are commonly used for breast cancer?
The remedies used are often based on individual symptoms, including Calcarea Carbonica, Silicea, and Phytolacca.
- Is homeopathy safe to use in conjunction with conventional cancer therapies?
Yes, homeopathy, as such, is generally safe to use alongside other forms of cancer treatments, but patients are expected to discuss all of their therapies with their healthcare providers in order to avoid any probable interactions.
- How long does it take to see results from homeopathic treatment?
The response time varies. Some patients may notice improvement within weeks while others might take longer.
- May homeopathy help alleviate the side effects of chemotherapy or radiation?
Yes, homeopathy may alleviate the common side effects of nausea, fatigue, and emotional distress.
In conclusion, Homeo Care Clinic offers a holistic approach to treating breast cancer. The remedies mentioned above can treat the underlying causes of the condition and offer relief from the discomfort. However, it is important to consult a qualified homeopathic practitioner for the correct dosage and duration of treatment. Homeo Care Clinic provides comprehensive care for various ailments and offers customized treatment plans based on individual requirements.
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