Breast Cancer – Diagnosis, Assessment and Treatment
Here we discuss the diagnosis, assessment and breast cancer treatment options in Singapore, such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Here we discuss the diagnosis, assessment and breast cancer treatment options in Singapore, such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
In a previous article we explored the basic information that people ought to know about cancer treatment costs in Singapore. In essence, for later-stage cancer, we can expect the cost to be in the range of $100,000 to $200,000 per year. But how about the costs for each component of cancer treatment? For instance, what are chemotherapy […]
Survival Rate and Other Top Statistics for Breast Cancer in Singapore When a patient or a loved one is diagnosed with breast cancer, one of the key statistics they would want to know is the survival rate. Here are 5 key breast cancer statistics (relevant to the Singapore context) you should be aware of: The […]
Options for Breast Cancer Screening Mammography Breast Cancer Screening Mammography is today the most reliable way of breast cancer screening in Singapore. Women aged 40 – 49 are recommended to go for mammography screening once a year, and women above 50 should go for one once every 2 years. DIY Breast Self-Examination In addition to […]
Early detection of cancer can improve the chances of successful treatment. Learn more about cancer screening in Singapore.
Cancer stats for Singapore suggest that 1 in 4 people may develop cancer in their lifetime. Here are the top cancers in Singapore.
A breast cancer is an uncontrolled division and growth of breast cells, often starting in the ducts, milk sacs or lobes.