Category: Breast Cancer
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Surviving Breast Cancer: Tara’s Journey from Diagnosis to Recovery
Tara (name changed), a 36-year IT professional came to know about the self-breast examination at a cancer awareness program conducted in her office. She went home and tried the self-exam and was surprised when she found a lump in her right breast. Tara was referred to Dr. Shiva Kumar Uppala at Oncolndia, Bangalore by her family doctor.…
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Dr Shivakumar- Early Detection of Breast Cancer
Given how breast cancer is one of the leading causes of worldwide deaths, and how India ranks highest on that list, the significance of early detection of breast cancer cannot be ignored. In fact, according to a report by the National Breast Cancer Foundation, with early detection of breast cancer in the localized phase, the five-year survival rate stands…
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Self-Breast Examination
Tara (name changed), a 36-year IT professional came to know about the self-breast examination at a cancer awareness program conducted in her office. She went home and tried the self-exam and was surprised when she found a lump in her right breast. Tara was referred to Dr. Shiva Kumar Uppala at Oncolndia, Bangalore by her family doctor. After…
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How to Check for Breast Cancer: A Complete Guide
Breast Cancer is still a taboo, but it is one of the most common types of cancer globally. In fact, according to a report by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India has the highest number of breast cancer deaths worldwide in 2022.¹ The data reveals the importance of breast cancer, its screening, and treatment.…
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Understanding Adult Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is beyond a medical condition, it has become a topic that has been spreading awareness every day, a chapter that resonates well with individuals, families, and communities. This excruciating battle has touched hearts, spread awareness, and empowered people to take good control of their health. Through this blog, we shall delve into the…
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3 Mistakes to Avoid During Breast Cancer Treatment: Insights from Dr. Shiva Kumar Uppala
Dr. Shiva Kumar Uppala, the senior consultant surgical oncologist at Oncolndia, Bangalore, talks about the various misconceptions and mistakes that patients make while dealing with breast cancer. Three mistakes to avoid while dealing with breast cancer DR. SHIVA KUMAR UPPALA MS (Gen. Surgery), M.ch (Surgical Onco)FMAS The first cardinal mistake that people make is to ignore…