About Women's Health: Breast Cancer Myths and Other Breast Diseases

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health Welcome to your About.com Women's Health newsletter. October is breast cancer awareness month. This week we talk about breast cancer and other breast diseases. Have a healthy week! Tracee 7 Myths About Breast Cancer Although many advances have been made in breast cancer detection and treatment over the last quarter century, the fact is we still don't know much about the causes of breast cancer or it's cure. This leaves many of us misunderstanding the facts about breast cancer. It's time we dispel those myths and replace them with what we know is true about breast cancer. See More About:  breast cancer symptoms  breast cancer diagnosis  breast cancer treatments Breast Lumps, Bumps, and Pain It is not uncommon for women to be told by their physician that they have fibrocystic breast disease or other benign breast conditions. Other terms women may hear include benign breast disease, chronic mastitis (inflammation), and mammary dysplasia. Fibrocystic breast disease is usually a benign (non-cancerous) condition. Symptoms include swollen, tender breasts, and/or one or more lumps... See More About:  treatments of fibrocystic breasts  menstrual cycle  painful breasts Types Of Benign Breast Changes Common benign breast changes fall into several broad categories. These include generalized breast changes, solitary lumps, nipple discharge, and infection and/or inflammation. See More About:  treatments of fibrocystic breasts  menstrual cycle  painful breasts What To Do If You Find A Breast Lump If you discover a lump in one breast, check the other breast. If both breasts feel the same, the lumpiness is probably normal. You should, however, mention it to your doctor at your next visit. But if the lump is something new or unusual and does not go away after your next menstrual period, it is time to call your doctor. The same is true if you discover a discharge from the nipple or skin changes such as dimpling or puckering. See More About:  cancer  mammogram  breast health Women's Health Ads Home Health Care Womens Health Breast Cancer Skin Health Tips MRI Breast Exam Featured Articles How To Perform Breast Self Exam Inflammatory Breast Cancer Sebaecous Cysts Mammography - What To Expect Am I Pregnant? What Is My Breast Cancer Risk?   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Going to the Gynecologist Menstruation Basics Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms Birth Control Myths Top Causes of Heavy Menstruation Advertisement