Breast cancer in men: types
In recent years we’re hearing more and more about men being diagnosed with breast cancer. Here we take a look at five types of breast cancers men may get.
12 questions to ask your doctor about breast cancer
You’ve just heard that the biopsy results indicate you have breast cancer. Here’s how to prepare for your next appointment.
Men and breast cancer: risk factors
Men and women share some of the same risk factors when it comes to developing breast cancer. Here are the risk factors for men.
Detecting breast cancer
You should be checking your breasts regularly for any changes that may indicate an underlying problem like breast cancer.
So you’ve found a lump. What now?
During your own monthly breast lump self-exam, you may feel a lump under the skin. At this stage, it’s important not to panic – it may not be breast cancer but you’ll need to get it checked out by a doctor immediately. Here’s what to expect…
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Our world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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A baby weighing 390g survived thanks to the expertise of Mediclinic’s highly qualified paediatric staff and specialists.
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Our radio-translucent theatre beds enable X-rays to be taken on the spot, without having to move the patient or disturb the procedure.
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The only one in Africa and one of only 13 in the world, the P-I BrÅnemark Institute of Excellence at Mediclinic Morningside, specialises in facial reconstruction.
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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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Some of our hospitals have operating tables that can support patients of up to 370kg in weight and 2.2m in height.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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Mediclinic is one of the three leading private hospital groups in Southern Africa and the sixth largest private healthcare group in the world.
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Nurses can observe patients at all times as critical care units are designed like a beehive with the nurses’ station in the middle.
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Preparing for chemotherapy
Here are a few tips to bear in mind when preparing for cancer treatment.
More about biopsies
The first needle biopsy of the liver was done in 1895 but didn’t become routine practice until 50 years later.
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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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We monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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Our world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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The only one in Africa and one of only 13 in the world, the P-I BrÅnemark Institute of Excellence at Mediclinic Morningside, specialises in facial reconstruction.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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A baby has a 70% better chance of surviving a motor vehicle accident if in a secure car seat and properly restrained.
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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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Our corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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Oncotype DX test
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My journey with breast cancer
When South African beauty icon Wilma van der Bijl discovered cancer in her breast, her life took a turn in a surprising direction. She shares her tough but ultimately triumphant race against the seemingly impossible.
Mammogram: what to expect
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