For breast cancer patients, a new technique known as radiofrequency seed localization is now available at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital to guide surgeons to the precise area to be removed.
Question: My friend has a high risk factor for breast cancer, it is common in her family. She feels as though itâs just a matter of time until she is diagnosed with it, too. Is she right, or are there thing she can do?
Answer: While a family history is a risk factor, most women who have breast cancer have no family history.
Lifestyle changes make a tremendous impact on breast cancer. Things such as maintaining a healthy body weight, getting regular exercise, lowering or eliminating alcohol consumption, and not smoking are all strategies to lower oneâs risk for cancer, including breast cancer. Of course, getting regular mammograms is one of the best things she can do because early detection makes a big difference in outcomes.