How is breast cancer diagnosed and treated?

Опубликовано: 13 Май 2024
на канале: Griffith Health

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Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women in Australia. Early diagnosis ensures prompt treatment and the best prognosis possible. Breast cancer is treatable, but the journey is challenging.

Presenter:

Dr Elisabeth Coyne is an internationally recognised cancer nurse researcher. Her interdisciplinary research program aims to improve the outcomes for persons affected by cancer by designing and implementing innovative educational resources. Working with a cross-disciplinary team of health professionals and students, Elisabeth’s research focuses on consumer partnership and safety underpinned by the National Health and Safety Guidelines. Her program of research complements Elisabeth’s teaching focus on innovative digital resources that aim to develop health professionals into advanced practitioners through the provision of care tailored to the needs of patients and their families.

The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, [14/05/2024]. For information purposes only. Consult your local medical authority for advice.

00:00 Introduction
00:52 What is breast cancer?
01:25 What are the different types of breast cancer?
02:48 How is breast cancer diagnosed?
04:12 What are the symptoms of breast cancer?
05:39 When should you see a doctor?
06:00 What are the risk factors for breast cancer?
07:38 How is breast cancer treated?
08:05 Surgery for breast cancer
09:03 Radiation therapy for breast cancer
09:59 Chemotherapy for breast cancer
11:47 Hormone therapy for breast cancer
12:10 Support during breast cancer treatment
13:54 What ongoing management might be needed for breast cancer patients?
14:18 Can breast cancer be prevented?
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