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What is Invasive Ductal Carcinoma?
Battling a progressive disease starts with being armed with essential information.
Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC), otherwise known as infiltrating ductal carcinoma, is cancer that began developing in a milk duct and has metastasized (spread) to the fibrous or fatty tissue of the breast outside of the duct. Invasive ductal carcinoma is the most common form of breast cancer. It represents 80 percent of all breast cancer cases.
Invasive Ductal Carcinomas We Treat
Apart from IDC, New Hope Unlimited offers treatment for the less common types of invasive ductal carcinoma:
Medullary Ductal Carcinoma
This rare breast cancer does not always feel like a lump. Instead, it can feel like a spongy change of breast tissue.
Mucinous Ductal Carcinoma
This disease occurs when cancer cells within the breast secrete mucus, which also contains breast cancer cells. The cells and mucus combine to form a tumor.
Tubular Breast Cancer
This breast cancer’s name comes from its appearance under the microscope; like hundreds of tiny tubes. Tubular ductal carcinoma often has an excellent prognosis.
Papillary Breast Carcinoma
Many papillary tumors are benign (noncancerous). This rare type of invasive ductal carcinoma accounts for fewer than 1 percent of all breast cancer diagnoses.
What are the Symptoms of Invasive Ductal Carcinoma?
The following signs of invasive ductal carcinoma need immediate medical attention for further evaluation:
- One or more lumps in the breast
- Swelling in one or both breasts
- Thickening of the breast skin
- Rash or redness of the breast
- Recurrent pain in one specific location of a breast
- Dimpling around the nipple or breast skin
- Nipple discharge
- Nipple pain or the nipple turning inward
- Unexplainable changes in the appearance of the nipple or breast
- Lumps in the underarm region
What are the Risk Factors?
Certain factors may increase the risk of invasive ductal carcinoma in women, including:
- Increasing age
- Personal history of benign breast conditions
- Personal and family history of breast cancers
- Being obese
- Being BRCA1 or BRCA2 positive
- Being pregnant for the first time at the age of 30
- Taking certain hormone replacement therapy after menopause
Having one or more of these risks does not mean you will get breast cancer. However, speak with your doctor if you believe you are at an increased risk for IDC.
Diagnostic Tests for Invasive Ductal Carcinoma
Early diagnosis is key to improving your breast cancer prognosis and life expectancy. The general tests and procedures used to detect invasive ductal carcinoma are:
- Digital mammography
- Breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
- Breast ultrasound
- Diagnostic surgery or biopsy
Why Choose Us for Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Alternative Treatments?
Here at New Hope Unlimited, we address invasive ductal carcinomas and other breast cancers from a physical, emotional, and spiritual perspective. Our anti-tumor protocols aim to reverse cancer signs and symptoms, slow down the spread of cancer cells, improve immune function, and nurture psychological wellness. With our comprehensive care and treatment options, there is New Hope in beating your disease.
Our Approach
Advanced Treatments for Invasive Ductal Carcinoma
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Patient SatisfactionOur Patient-Centric Medical Facilities
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.
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FAQs
1. How will you customize my treatment plan?
Our medical experts will personalize your breast cancer treatment based on your cancer stage, symptoms, previous treatments, age, and general health. Know more about the treatments you may receive here.
2. Can I bring a family member or caregiver?
Absolutely! New Hope Unlimited encourages you to bring someone who can support you in your journey. We always provide an extra bed in each private ward for a family member or caregiver.
