Tag: breast cancer statistics

  • Mammary Paget’s Disease

    Mammary Paget’s Disease Definition and Description of Mammary Paget’s Disease Mammary Paget’s Disease is a rare type of breast cancer that originates in the nipple and its surrounding area, caused by the presence of malignant cells in the skin of the nipple. It often appears initially as an eczema-like rash or sore on the nipple…

  • HER2-Positive Breast Cancer

    HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Definition and Description of HER2-Positive Breast Cancer HER2-Positive Breast Cancer is a type of breast cancer characterized by the overexpression of the Human Epidermal growth factor Receptor 2 (HER2) protein. This protein promotes the growth of cancer cells. Approximately 15-20% of breast cancers are HER2-positive, and it is associated with a more…

  • Breast Cancer

    Breast Cancer Information Breast Cancer Definition and Description of Breast Cancer Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the breast tissues. It occurs when cells in the breast begin to grow uncontrollably, forming a tumor. The most common type of breast cancer is invasive ductal carcinoma, which starts in the milk ducts…