Breast Lump excision is also referred to as lumpectomy surgery and is a minimally invasive surgery.
Under this procedure, the doctor removes a part of the breast to maintain the breast's appearance, function, and sensation. Lumpectomy unlike mastectomy may have to be followed by radiation or chemotherapy.
The radiation or chemotherapy is to ensure that the cancer cells are destroyed if any.
Breast lump removal is surgery to remove a lump that may be breast cancer. This surgery is called an excisional breast biopsy, or lumpectomy.
Breast lump could be due to hormonal changes, and in some cases may disappear naturally without medical intervention. However, it is advised to seek medical advice
If the tumor is cancerous, a Lumpectomy may have to be followed by radiation or chemotherapy. The radiation or chemotherapy destroys the cancer cells in your breast.
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If the tumor is not felt or seen, the surgeon might locate the tumor by a mammogram or an ultrasound and mark the tumor area on the patient's breast to identify during the surgery where the incision is to be made.
The patient is given local or general anesthesia before the surgery and made to settle.
The surgeon might use an electric scalpel or a curved one for an incision. The lump is then removed with a rim of the adjoining tissue.
The surgery might be done with an electric scalpel that makes the use of heat to minimize bleeding or curved incisions for the natural curve of the breast for better healing.
If the tumor can be seen or felt, the surgeon will remove it along with a rim of healthy tissue around it, to ensure the entire infection is removed.
Post-surgery, the lump is sent for further testing. In some cases, the doctor may remove lymph nodes, under the arms on the side of your breast. They are also sent for testing to check if cancer has spread.
In some patients, a rubber tube is inserted into the breast during the surgery to remove the excess fluid that might accumulate in the space from where the tumor was removed.
The rubber tube is then connected to a bulb or a sac where the drained liquid is gathered. Finally, the incision is stitched, closed, and dressed.
After the surgery, the patient is moved to the recovery room and monitored for life signs like heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature.
A general check is done on how the anesthesia is wearing off and if there are any post-effects.
Once you stabilize you will be moved to the hospital room.
Lumpectomy is an outpatient procedure and you can proceed home the same day. However, if you are not stable enough, the doctor might recommend an overnight stay in the hospital.
Any surgery might carry the risk of infection or bleeding.
The common observations post-surgery are swelling and numbness in the breast.
Change in shape of the breast.
The radiation therapy post lumpectomy is scheduled five times a week for five to seven weeks after surgery.
The surgical area would experience some crawly sensation, itching, and supersensitivity to touch as some of the aftereffects of surgery and recovery.
The sensation might subside on its own or you may get accustomed to them. However, the patient should consult a doctor in case it is too much of a discomfort.
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It is done to arrest cancer and to prevent it from spreading to other parts of the body.
Regular medication
Good rest.
Exercise of the arms as recommended by your doctor.
No strenuous activity or weight lifting for 3-4 weeks post-surgery.
Keeping the surgical wound clean and dry.
Keeping a check on infection.
Contacting your doctor in case of immense pain and discomfort.
In some cases the surgical drain is removed before the patient is discharged, while in other cases it is retained for a couple of days post-surgery. The drain is usually removed on the first follow-up with the doctor post-surgery.
The sac from the surgical drain collects liquid that is accumulated in the place of the tumour and needs to be drained off a couple of times a day. The doctor will advise you how to do it hygienically, so you do not catch any infection.Â
It is recommended to maintain the hygiene of your body and the surgical wound, therefore doctors will recommend a sponge bath.
While the doctor may recommend starting the exercise right the next day of the surgery to relax the stiffness. In cases where the drain is inserted, the exercises should be commenced only after the drain is taken out.
Yes, the patient can start wearing a sports bra or a bra with good support to minimise the movement.
All breast lumps are not cancerous. Why live with the fear, rather, if you are doubtful kindly visit a doctor for proper diagnosis of your condition.
Yes. Some may be benign and go away on its own, but others may be indicative of an underlying disease. All breast lumps are not cancerous, but the chances of one developing into cancer increases as age progresses. Consultation from a doctor would be the best choice.
Imaging tests like a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI along with analysis of the discharge or specimen of the lump are conducted to identify the cause and recommend treatment accordingly.
A General Surgeon would be the right person to consult for Breast Lumps treatment.
All breast lumps are not cancerous. However, it is suggested to pay a visit to a doctor for proper diagnosis.
Yes, some breast lumps may be benign (noncancerous), but others may have an underlying disease.Â
A general surgeon treats breast lumps and is the right person to contact.
Yes, she can wear a sports bra or a bra with good support to minimize movement.
Sometimes it is removed while at other times, it is retained and removed on the first follow-up after surgery. Your doctor will guide you how to drain off the sac with liquid several times a day, without catching an infection.
Doctors recommend a sponge bath to maintain hygiene of the surgical wound and the body.
Although women are associated with breasts, breast tissue is present in males as well. Men too can have breast lumps being formed.
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