recurrent breast cancer after mastectomy

Release time ：Nov-07,2024

Recurrence of breast cancer post-surgery is when cancer cells become active again or new tumors form elsewhere in the body following a mastectomy. This occurrence can pose greater therapeutic challenges and psychological stress for patients.

Common risk factors for post-surgical recurrence encompass, but are not limited to, the patient’s age, tumor size, grade and type, lymph node involvement, hormone receptor status, and HER2 status. Additionally, the receipt of postoperative radiotherapy and chemotherapy influences the risk of recurrence. For patients with significant risk factors, physicians may suggest more aggressive adjuvant therapies to mitigate the likelihood of recurrence. Nevertheless, a subset of patients who have undergone standard treatments may still face cancer recurrence.

Early detection and prompt treatment are vital for patients experiencing post-surgical recurrence. It is advised that patients engage in regular follow-ups and physical examinations to identify any potential signs of recurrence at the earliest opportunity. Moreover, patients should adhere to their physician’s guidance, manage their lifestyle and dietary habits prudently, maintain a positive outlook, actively engage in treatment, and thereby enhance their survival rates and quality of life.