NEW YORK -- Do you have a question about the diagnosis or treatment of Breast Cancer? Watch this informative discussion moderated by Eyewitness News' Amy Freeze, with experts from the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Philadelphia.
Part 1: When to start getting mammograms? What diet and exercise regime may help prevent getting breast cancer? How do weight and drinking factor in? When is mastectomy necessary? What are the first steps in treatment after diagnosis? How do family history and age play parts?
Part 2:What are some common symptoms you might notice at home? Home detection versus mammogram detection. Why don't clinicians order MRIs to diagnose suspicious mammogram results? At what age should those with breast cancer in their family be tested? Who needs genetic testing and counseling for predisposition to breast cancer?
Part 3:Treatment differences in different locations. Support groups for survivors. Radiation symptoms and care. How often to do self-exams? What are tips for talking with/supporting someone who has breast cancer? Why don't all insurance plans make case management services mandatory?
Part 4:Should you encourage an older relative to keep getting mammograms? How and why are cancers rated in 'stages?' What are LCIS calcium deposits, and do an LCIS diagnosis always lead to cancer? Do vitamins or supplements help?
Part 5:Biopsy results, and cellular atypia. Questions to ask after a biopsy. Chemotherapy after surgery for stage one cancer? Hormonal therapy? Testing and 'busy breast' tissue.
Part 6:What is breast cancer? Metasticized cancers and long-term control via hormone therapy. Is breast pain an indication of breast cancer? Finding resources and advice.
Taking part in our discussion are:
Steven Standiford, M.D., FACS,: Doctor Standiford brings 25 years of oncology experience to his positions as surgical oncologist, Chief of Surgery and Chief of Staff at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Philadelphia. His special expertise includes surgical oncology, breast cancer and complex pelvic malignancies. He is also a member of the medical advisory board for The Dr. Oz Show. Dr. Standiford was recognized as one of Castle Connolly's Top Doctors in 2013 and 2014.
Shayma Kazmi, M.D., RPh,: Doctor Kazmi is a medical oncologist and hematologist-oncologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Philadelphia. After finishing her residency in internal medicine at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, she completed her fellowship training in hematology and oncology at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in affiliation with the Cancer Institute of New Jersey. Also a licensed pharmacist, Dr. Kazmi earned her bachelor's degree in pharmacy with high honors at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
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A breast cancer diagnosis is life-changing. Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) can help you get all the information you need to make a more informed treatment decision. You can visit Cancer Treatment Centers of America's web site any time to learn more and to ask questions.
More from CTCA:
Types of Breast Cancer | Breast Cancer Symptoms | Breast Cancer Risk Factors | Stages of Breast Cancer
More Resources:
Komen.org | American Cancer Society
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