Will breast cancer recur after removal?

Breast cancer seriously threatens the health of adult women. In recent years, the incidence of breast cancer has been relatively high. It is generally treated by mastectomy. However, it should not be taken lightly at this time. Even after mastectomy, recurrence is possible. Therefore, you must conduct self-examination in time after the operation and go to the hospital for regular check-ups, especially in the three years after the operation, which is a relatively high-risk period of recurrence.

1. Why does recurrence occur after mastectomy?

Many people will have this question. After all, if there is no mammary gland, why can there be breast cancer? Simply put, breast cancer originates from the mammary gland, grows and proliferates. Once discovered, it is often removed surgically, followed by radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and biological therapy. In short, various methods are used to try to eliminate all cancer cells. However, there are still individual cases where these treatments have no effect on a certain group of latent cancer cells. They still lurk quietly and then choose to erupt one day. The cause may be just a cold, a fever, or even a decrease in immunity due to menstruation.

Breast cancer is most likely to metastasize to tissues near the breast, lungs, brain, and bones. Many patients regret not having a follow-up checkup after surgery until the cancer has metastasized seriously. However, if the cancer is discovered early, there are many medicines that can be used.

2. How to self-check for breast cancer?

After the menstrual period ends each month, the breast tissue is relatively loose, and any abnormal lumps will be easier to find at this time. You can use your fingers to gently massage your breasts, including the armpits. If you feel a hard lump, you need to go to the hospital for relevant examinations to determine whether it is breast cancer.

Especially for women over 30 years old, it is very useful to learn how to self-examine their breasts. Since treatment after recurrence and metastasis is more troublesome and the longer it is delayed, the more disadvantageous it will be. Therefore, detecting the recurrence in the early stage is the key factor in treatment.

3. How to arrange the three-year recovery period?

The three years after breast cancer surgery is a high-risk period for recurrence. During this period, in addition to follow-up examinations, care is also very important. In the early stage, you should pay attention to nutritional supplements and insist on taking de-walled Ganoderma lucidum spore powder, which will help postoperative recovery and also reduce the side effects of postoperative chemotherapy and other treatments. It is best to choose the third generation spore powder, which contains more active ingredients that can be absorbed by the human body. Removing the wall shell can also reduce irritation to the gastrointestinal tract, which can be of great help to patients during the recovery period.