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What Preventive Measures Need To Be Taken After Recovery From Breast Cancer?

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Posted on Mon, 21 Sep 2015
Question: Hello Doctor,
I need some advice or preventive treatment. My mother is a breast cancer survivor. She was diagnosed about 5-6 years ago. She received lumpectomy, chemo and radiation. She get regular yearly mammograms.

I just want to know what preventive measures can she take for future?
I would like to know as her daughter I am 40 years old this puts me in a high risk situation. What preventions and things I can be mindful of?

Thank you
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Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (9 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Simple Precautions advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic.
I understand your health concerns about your mother and your future.
She should have regular mammograms as she is having now.
She should take a lot of roughage in the form of salads and fruits and also some antioxidant tablets daily.
Drink lots of water and take almonds, walnuts and soya proteins daily.
Same Precautions apply to you too plus breast self examination on monthly basis.
Also keep a check on your period pattern and also daily bowel movements.
Any symptom even if mild should not be ignored.
In case you have any questions about it, I will be glad to answer.
Regards
Dr Manisha
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What Preventive Measures Need To Be Taken After Recovery From Breast Cancer?

Brief Answer: Simple Precautions advised Detailed Answer: Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. I understand your health concerns about your mother and your future. She should have regular mammograms as she is having now. She should take a lot of roughage in the form of salads and fruits and also some antioxidant tablets daily. Drink lots of water and take almonds, walnuts and soya proteins daily. Same Precautions apply to you too plus breast self examination on monthly basis. Also keep a check on your period pattern and also daily bowel movements. Any symptom even if mild should not be ignored. In case you have any questions about it, I will be glad to answer. Regards Dr Manisha