What is breast cancer?
Breast cancer is an unlimited growth of cells in the breast. This Cancer happens as a result of the change or abnormal developments in the genes that are responsible for managing the growth of cells and keeping them healthy.

The cells present in our body replace themselves as regularly in the process of cell growth. In this process, the healthy cells take over and the old ones die out. But in time these changes can turn on some other genes and off others in a cell. That changed cell increases the ability to keep dividing without having control or order, by producing more cells just like it and forming a tumor.

The term “breast cancer” refers to a harmful tumor that has grown from cells in the breast. The statistics say 1 in 8 women have a chance to develop breast cancer. But if it's detected early then there is a good chance of recovery.

Symptoms of breast cancer:

Breast cancer has many symptoms, but a very noticeable symptom is a lump near the breast tissue area. Not all lumps near breast are cancerous, but getting them checked by a doctor is always better.
Other symptoms can be-
1. A change in the size or shape of breasts
2. Nipple discharge other than breast milk, which includes blood.
3. Swelling or lump in either of your armpits
4. Rashes on or near your nipple area.
5. Irritation of breast skin.

Please keep in mind that these symptoms can happen with other conditions too that are not related to cancer. It is better to get it checked from an expert if you come across any of these symptoms.

Dr. Sumit Shah is one of the best Breast Cancer Surgeon in Pune. He can guide you with proper diagnosis and treatment if you come across any of the symptoms.

Dr. Shah is associated with Prolife Cancer Centre, Pune. He is an Oncologist with 14 years of expertise in surgical oncology. Dr. Sumit Shah is amongst the few Oncologists in Pune who