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What Is Ductal Carcinoma In Situ?
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Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is a common type of breast cancer. "Ductal" refers to cancer beginning inside the milk ducts. "Carcinoma" is any cancer originating in the skin or other tissues that line the internal organs, including the breasts. "In situ" translates to "in its original place." DCIS is non-invasive, meaning it cannot not spread beyond the milk ducts. DCIS is not life-threatening, but having the disease can increase the risk of developing an invasive breast cancer later on.
According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), around 60,000 cases of DCIS are diagnosed in the United States per annum.
Symptoms of Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
DCIS generally does not show signs or symptoms. A small percentage of people may experience:
- a lump in the breast
- bloody discharge from the nipple
Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice any changes in your breasts.
Ductal Carcinoma In Situ Causes
Currently, medical researchers do not know why genetic mutations occur in the DNA of breast duct cells. However, certain factors may increase a person’s risk of DCIS, including:
- Older and increasing age
- Family history of breast cancers
- Personal history of benign breast disease
- Having your first child after age 30
- Having your first menstrual period before age 12
- Starting menopause after age 55
- Never having been pregnant
- Genetic mutations that increase breast cancer risk.
Risk factors are not always the sole determinants of whether a person will or will not develop breast cancer. If you have risk factors, discuss them with your doctor.
Diagnostic Tests for Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
Early diagnosis is key to improving your DCIS prognosis and life expectancy. A mammogram is often an effective diagnostic for detecting non-invasive ductal carcinoma in situ, which appears as small clusters of calcifications with irregular shapes and sizes.
The following additional tests will help determine how large a tumor is and if it has spread:
- Computed tomography (CT) scan
- Positron emission tomography (PET) scan
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
- Bone scan
- Chest x-ray
Why Choose Us for Alternative Ductal Carcinoma In Situ Treatments?
Our DCIS treatments here at New Hope Unlimited are carefully designed by a team of experts in cancer, science, and holistic techniques. Our medical doctors, who additionally practice alternative medicine, develop treatment programs focused on each patient’s specific needs. We use a team approach to deliver comprehensive care with minimal short- and long-term side effects, prioritizing both the patient’s physical and psychological healing.
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At New Hope Unlimited, we pride ourselves in providing superior comfort, cleanliness, and cancer care at our 8,000 square foot medical treatment center in San Luis Rio Colorado, Mexico. We worked with renowned architects and contractors to create the ideal space for recovery, which includes state-of-the-art lounge areas and spacious private in-rooms that assure the comfort of our patients and their loved ones. To make our patients feel right at home, we equip each private ward with high-definition U.S. television, quality bedding, and high-speed internet connection. And with proper nutrition playing a vital role in cancer recovery, New Hope Unlimited also fulfills the dietary needs of each patient using fresh, organic produce to prepare breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and dinners. Comfort and cleanliness are also strictly implemented in our medical treatment rooms, which are equipped with the latest medical supplies and technology to provide the highest standard of care and treatment. Our medical center also has an in-house Hyperbaric Chamber, a well-established therapy for decompression sickness, exclusively available for our patients’ use. Further, New Hope Unlimited has maintained its exceptional partnership with Hospital Migoo, a medical group composed of certified physicians and specialists committed to our patients’ care and well-being.Stories of New Hope
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FAQs
1. What specific treatments does New Hope offer?
From infrared sauna detoxification therapy to even stress management — learn about our powerful combination of conventional and alternative treatments for cancer of the breast. Learn more about our alternative cancer treatments for ductal carcinoma in situ breast cancer by clicking on the link.2. Am I too old for breast cancer alternative treatments?
Absolutely not! There is no age limit to beating DCIS, especially since this form of breast cancer peaks around age 70 to 79, according to the ACS. Older patients benefit from holistic treatments just as much as younger patients do.