At present, most women in Thai society are facing the risk or the silent danger of “Breast cancer” and is considered the most popular cancer that is found in Thai women, the number 1, with a rate of approximately 17,000 cases diagnosed per year, an average of regarding 40 people per day and up to 4,700 deaths per day. years, or 10 people per day, most often found in women aged 35-60 years and the cause and risk factors for breast cancer are unclear. Because there are both external and internal factors that are very frightening. Because October of every year It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Wacoal Pink Bow Project fight breast cancer therefore campaigning for Thai women to be aware of the seriousness and saw the importance of breast cancer screening to increase the chances of being cured By continuing the project with the National Cancer Institute for the 22nd year
Dr. Sakan Bunnag, director of the National Cancer Institute, said, “Breast cancer is caused by normal cells in the mammary ducts or mammary glands. which are abnormal cells that cannot be controlled and may spread to nearby lymphatic pathways, such as lymph nodes under the mammary glands The majority of breast cancers are more common in women than men. Breast cancer is currently the number 1 disease of all cancers. It is expected that the trend is increasing every year, so I want all women to be alert to this danger in order to cope with awareness and vigilance. It is recommended to screen for breast cancer from the age of 35 years because it is the risk group that is most detected during the age of regarding 60 years and older. If abnormalities are detected early in the early stages, treatment will be expedited. and has a cure rate
The main factors and causes of breast cancer are:
- Women aged 35 and over
- Latent genetics or risk genes, such as having a family history of breast cancer especially close relatives
- menstrual period Women who had early menopause before age 12 and women who had late menopause following age 55 were more likely to develop breast cancer. This includes women who use hormone replacement therapy for a long time.
- Radiation exposure to the breast, such as those with lung cancer through radiation that may hit the breast area This can make breast cancer more readily available.
- drinking a lot of alcohol There is a risk of developing breast cancer as well.
- obese person are more likely to develop breast cancer than thin people
Most women diagnosed with breast cancer Caused by palpation by yourself and then found a lump in the breast area The severity of the disease that affects individuals may vary. It depends on the type of cancer cells. Some cancers are easy to treat. Some people find abnormalities and have large lumps. It can be metastatic and difficult to treat. including having different physical conditions Some patients have comorbid diseases such as heart disease, lung disease, and liver disease, which make it more difficult to treat. Therefore, the three major factors that cause breast cancer are 1. cancer cell type, 2. size of the spread, and 3. The patient’s physical readiness to receive treatment Compared to cancer in general Breast cancer is a cancer that has a very effective treatment.
primary breast cancer screening Know first…heal first.
Dr. Sakan added that early awareness This will allow us to treat breast cancer in the early stages in a timely manner. Especially in women aged 35 years and over, which is caused by abnormalities in the breast such as dimpled breasts, breast pulling. Deformed breast nipples including fluid or blood coming from the breast In some patients, abnormalities may spread laterally to the lymph nodes under the armpits. which is one signal to watch out for Currently, there are many methods of breast cancer screening, such as self-palpation. palpation by medical personnel An examination using low-energy X-rays takes pictures of the breast. Also known as “mammograms”, currently, mammograms are still accessible to less expensive tests. The National Cancer Institute has campaigned for Thai women. Regularly check the health of the breasts by asking for advice from a medical professional or a specialist on how to perform a breast self-exam. including increasing confidence and accuracy It’s also recommended to have a mammogram and ultrasound at least once a year.
how to treat breast cancer
1. Treatment by surgery (Surgery), in which the breast surgery has a chance to be cured. But there are different types of surgery depending on the type of cancer. cancer enlargement dispersion distance If it is in the early stages, surgery can be performed and finished at once. But if some patients have drug resistance resistant to light It will be a palliative treatment. to extend the life of the patient Nowadays, the technology of surgery is more modern, it is laparoscopic surgery. which the wound is smaller than normal surgery which is called One Day Surgery or, in some cases, the whole breast is removed. along with new breast enhancement surgery Including filling in those who lost their breasts to enhance their confidence in life. By wearing the Balancing Bra, special bras and breast implants
2. Treatment by radiation which is a popular treatment technique used today Radiation can focus the cancer on the exact spot.
3. Drug or chemotherapy treatment There are many types of drugs used in the treatment, such as hormone modulators and chemotherapy drugs that have specific effects on cancer cells and also have effects on general cells.
Therefore, the treatment of breast cancer depends on the stage of the cancer and the type of cancer cells. Each patient may be treated differently. Nowadays, medical technology has advanced greatly. Breast cancer treatment does not require mammography in all patients. Some people have a chance to be cured up to 90%, depending on the type of cancer cells.
Project “Wacoal Pink Bow Fighting Breast Cancer” which is a charity mammogram activity with support from Thai Wacoal Public Company Limited to help Thai women who are at risk and prone to breast cancer but lack opportunities Get access to free breast cancer screening services with mammograms and ultrasounds. This is the most effective way to detect breast cancer.
The Wacoal Mammogram Charity activity is in collaboration with the National Cancer Institute and 4 regional cancer hospitals, namely Chonburi Cancer Hospital, Ubon Ratchathani Cancer, Lampang Cancer and Surat Thani Cancer. in selecting persons who are at risk but lacking the opportunity to receive services to be entitled to a mammogram and breast ultrasound without any cost The number of hospitals is 30 people. It also provides support for travel expenses and income compensation for all underprivileged people 500 baht each to help ease the burden and facilitate mammography services. It is truly a driving activity for the benefit of the people.
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