Natural Breast Health and Healthy Living
Breast Cosmetic Surgery
Breast Augmentation / Breast Enlargement
The field of cosmetic plastic surgery is a dynamic branch of medicine which continues to grow through modern innovation, technique and researches; this is because of the endless desire for physical perfection by man. Breast Augmentation for example, is now one of most frequently performed cosmetic plastic procedure in the world. The interest for breast enhancement by patients and surgeons alike, continue to evolve as newer methods with improved result are being develop. At present, more and more women undergo breast augmentation every year as the popularity of the procedure is increasing, especially among women in the entertainment industry.
Silicon shelled implants are commonly used for breast enhancement. This implant could be either silicon gel or saline-filled. The implants are used to augment the breast of an individual that lack breast tissue or volume that could be genetically predisposed or environmentally induced. The female breast tissue is primarily composed of gland and fat cells and in the past, surgeons tried to inject the breast with fat that was initially obtained through liposuction from other parts of the body. However, in this day of modern medicine, this is completely unacceptable and obsolete, with undesirable effects such as hardening of the breast due to calcification, etc.. Some women also do hormonal therapy, since some of the female hormone such as estrogen leads to increase in breast size, slightly, but not enough for the majority of women.
At present, the most common and accepted way to increase breast size is via breast implants placement. A breast implant is a sac of silicone elastomer that is either filled with saline or silicone, and is surgically placed under the breast tissue or chest muscle. Silicon oil injection, which used to be performed in the past for breast augmentation had been condemned locally and internationally, since the result are unpredictable and compounded by numerous complication such as extrusion, skin necrosis and infection. Do not allow youreself to be subjected in this kind of procedure, because of its risks and deforming results.
The selection of breast implant size or volume depends on multiple factors such as the proportion of the breast to body height and shoulder width, as well as the location of nipple/areola complex, and cleavage. And because the concept of breast aesthetics are constantly changing, there are many factors such as implant type, size, and incision site that should be considered to tailor the needs of each individual specifically. The incision for implant placement may be placed at various locations of the chest/breast area such as; under the breast or at the breast fold; around the nipple areolar area; in the armpit (axillary); and the latest, at the umbilical area via endoscopic approach. The resulting scars are thin and inconspicuous, especially at the armpit area. Each of this incision has its advantage and disadvantages that must be discussed thoroughly between the patient and surgeon.
Breast implant could be silicone gel or saline filled. Silicon filled implant was popularly used 12 years ago in the United States, until it was thought that it possibly causes autoimmune mediated health problems associated with leakage, that’s why saline implants is now used in most of breast surgeries. At present, silicone implants are now gaining momentum and recent studies had come out, proving the safe use of silicon breast implant in breast enhancement surgery. The advantage of silicone implant is that it is softer and appears more natural. However, leaks may be found in surrounding tissues. Generally, saline is a bit firmer, but it is without the supposed health risks because a leak is simply absorbed by the body.
The final breast size is mainly a personal decision by the patient. There are several ways to estimate the ultimate breast size. This would include the breast cup size, but this is an inexact estimate of the final size, since cup sizes vary with the bra manufacturer and how tight or loose the patient wears her bra, as well as how much breast tissue is already present. But describing the preferred cup size does aid the surgeon. The most accurate method of estimating the implant size is to fill a plastic bag with measured amounts of water or breast implant sizer that is place in a bra with the patient’s estimated cup size. One can see with the bra on and covered by a sweater what the final result will approximate.
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Understanding Metastatic Breast Cancer
A diagnosis of breast cancer can be enormously overwhelming and frightening for anyone. But when the diagnosis is that of metastatic breast cancer, the fear can be staggering. This type of cancer is defined as breast cancer that has spread from the breast – the original site of the cancer – to other parts of the body such as the bones, lungs, or liver. The treatment may be devastating to a newly diagnosed patient; but new advances in treatment can help manage symptoms and increase longevity.
When cancer cells break away from the originally affected site, and spread to other parts of the body through the blood or lymphatic system, this is referred to as metastatic cancer. When the original cancer site – or primary site, as it is referred to by physicians – is the breast – and cancer cells spread from this location – this becomes known as metastatic breast cancer. The cancer that has moved from the breast and developed in other locations becomes known as the secondary cancer.
The treatment options for this cancer are the same as treating any other cancer. But treatment must be aggressive based on the stage of this particular disease. Because the definition of metastatic breast cancer is cancer that has spread from the breast to other parts of the body, treatment must be speedy and assertive in order to stop the spread of the cells to any further locations in the body.
Treatment plans may include surgery wherein the cancerous growths are removed from the body; radiation during which affected cells are attacked with pinpoint x-ray technology; and chemotherapy which exposes the patient to a course of intravenous drug therapy designed to stop the growth of cancer cells. In most cases, however, a combination of several therapies will be used in order to achieve the greatest chance of success. There are also experimental and holistic therapies that patients often try in conjunction with other therapies and under the guidance of their doctor. As the needs of each patient vary, so do the treatment plans.
The most common secondary locations are the lungs, brain, liver, and bones. Metastatic breast cancer is certainly not confined to these locations and not all may be affected; these are statistically the most frequently affected areas. However it is not defined as cancer that has spread to any places close to the breast such as skin, muscles underneath or around the breast, or bones nearby the primary cancer location.
While a frightening diagnosis, it does not have to mean a death sentence. Armed with the most up-to-date research and treatment options, patients can act as advocates for their own health, making educated decisions regarding the course of their treatment. As research continues concerning the newest and best ways to treat metastatic breast cancer, sufferers and their families will continue to see advances in medical treatment that will foster health and save lives.
Riley Hendersen
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Enhance your Breasts and Protect your Breast Skin at the Same Time
Many people take their breast skin health for granted. Just like our face skin, it needs to be kept as clean as possible. Second, the breast skin needs to be protected from sunlight and other environmental insults.
Daily care for your Breast skin is one of the most important parts of maintaining your breast skin’s health. Your skin is not a smooth surface like a sheet of glass. On the contrary, your skin is more like a riverbed, full of little lumps, bumps, crevasses and holes. You can give these dermatological names such as fine lines, pores, etc., but at the end of the day the fact remains your skin is far from a flat, smooth surface.
What’s more, your skin (including your breast skin) is a living, breathing part of your body and fulfils several major functions including temperature regulation, immune defence, protection from the external environment, etc., you will need to look after it if you wish to have it work at its optimal level and hope to have good, healthy skin into your late 70′s and beyond.
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Julie Walker
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How to Find the Top Breast Augmentation Surgeon in your Area
Finding a qualified cosmetic surgeon is no small task. Even if you live in a major metropolitan area with many cosmetic surgeons, being able to find a surgeon who specializes in breast augmentation surgery and has a great track record can be a daunting task. When you choose a cosmetic surgeon, you are entrusting him or her with both your appearance and your health. Be sure to research the educational background, qualifications and certifications of every surgeon you consider.
Get a List of the Cosmetic Surgeons in Your Area
So that you don’t become overwhelmed while choosing a breast augmentation surgeon, begin by compiling a list of such doctors in your area. There are a number of directories, such as www.docshop.com, that provide contact information on surgeons throughout North America. Depending on the area or city that you live in, there may also be websites dedicated to the cosmetic surgeons near you. You can make sure that the list is complete by consulting the yellow pages and local business directories.
Narrow Your List
Once you have compiled this list, narrow down the list by surgeons who specialize in breast augmentation surgery. You also may want to consider going to a doctor who is familiar with many different kinds of breast surgery. If, for example, you eventually decide to have your implants taken out or replaced, or want an additional breast lift, it is best to go back to the surgeon who performed the initial surgery. This ensures you have a doctor who completely understands your history and needs. Also, narrow your list by making sure that all of the doctors on it have very good reputations and have satisfied many patients.
Review Their Work
Once you have whittled your list down as much as you can, get in touch with the breast augmentation surgeon or surgeons you are considering. Meet with them in person and make sure you feel comfortable with them and confident in their abilities. Also, ask to see their previous work. Every plastic surgeon should have before and after pictures of breast augmentations surgeries that he or she has preformed. Of course, a surgeon will keep a portfolio of their best work, but at least you can get an idea of what he or she has accomplished in the past.
Get in Touch with Other Women Who Have Had Breast Augmentation Surgery
One of the very best ways to find a good breast augmentation surgeon is to speak to other women who have had the procedure. Not only will they be able to give you advice about the surgery in general, but they will also be able to recommend good doctors and warn against doctors who have been known to produce mediocre results, or even botch their surgeries.
Consider Going Outside of Your Area
If you live in a place where there are not very many breast augmentation doctors , you may want to consider going out of town for your breast augmentation surgery. If you can take a few days off of from work or a break from your daily responsibilities, and can bring a friend or family member with you, it might make sense to travel for your surgery. You will have to travel at least twice: once for your initial consult, and the second time for your surgery. You will also need to book a hotel room near your surgeon’s office with enough room for you and whoever will come to take care of you for the first few days after your surgery.
Diane Goettel
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Breast Enlargement Surgery – a Los Angeles Thing to Do?
This year, some 364,000 women will voluntarily lie on a Cosmetic Surgeon’s table in order to undergo Breast Enlargement surgery. It might seem like a good half of those women live in Los Angeles. Los Angeles is the Cosmetic Surgery Mecca to the Hollywood starlets who live here. But here, where beauty, health and youthful appearance are part of the lifestyle, women must contend with a sense of competitiveness in the community. The film business seems to foster this notion that “sexy” equals larger breasts.
However, relatively few who undergo a Los Angeles Cosmetic Surgeons have added benefit of being on the cutting edge on new and exciting technologies in Breast Enlargement surgery.
The size and shape of your Breast Enlargement implants will be decided after a thorough conversation with your doctor, and you are clear with him exactly what you want to look like afterward. There are 20 different sizes of implants available, so you will definitely find one that suits you.
You and your doctor can discuss the three choices you have on where to place the incision to insert the implant during your Breast Enlargement surgery. A periarealor incision is made at the edge of the nipple or areola and is, perhaps the most common type of incision with no visible scarring while clothed. Likewise, an inframammary incision just under the fold of the breast is common and will not show a scar while clothed. A transaxillary incision, through the armpit will leave a visible scar under the arm and the site cannot be used for subsequent surgeries like the others can. There are risks and scarring associated with all of these incisions and it’s important that you understand that up front. Your doctor can help you decide which one is right for you.
Despite what Hollywood aspires to, perfection is not the goal of Breast Enlargement surgery. What you see in magazines is airbrushed unreality. For most women, this surgery is about feeling better about themselves. Ask to look at the ‘before’ and ‘after’ pictures in your surgeon’s office to prepare yourself for what’s coming. While it is a cosmetic surgeon’s job is to make the scars as unnoticeable as possible, there will be scars. Be realistic about your expectations. Your Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon will do his best to make your breasts look great. It will be up to you to begin feeling great about yourself again.
Third, if your breasts are sagging and need a lift, a Breast Enlargement surgery will not fix that. That may be a separate surgery or can be included when the Cosmetic Surgeon inserts the implants. Women who have lost weight, or finished nursing a child and have found their breasts have lost the shape they used to have should discuss with their doctor what the best Breast Enhancement procedure would be for them.
Mark Larson
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