Discovering the Lump
The patient initially felt a lump in her breast. She took it seriously and went to a nearby nursing home for a checkup. The nursing home suggested that the lump must be removed because it was showing signs of cancer. Consequently, the patient underwent a lumpectomy. Later, a biopsy was performed, and it revealed that the patient had cancer.
Fear and Uncertainty
The patient went into a state of despair. Her entire life flashed before her eyes. Uncertainty and fear flooded her mind. She had no idea what would happen now. Which doctor should she choose? Which treatment would be appropriate? How much would the treatment cost? Ultimately, what is the guarantee that even after everything, she will live? With all these questions, she went back to the nursing home where she was recommended to Hope and Heal for cancer treatment.
Right Treatment at Hope and Heal
She came to Hope and Heal and consulted Dr. Bramhanand Arjun Bhangargi, a consultant surgical oncologist. Even though the doctor prescribed breast-conserving surgery and Type 1 oncoplasty reconstruction, the patient was scared because she would be undergoing another surgery within a month. She also feared that her breast might be removed. The doctor explained to the patient that this surgery was necessary; otherwise, the cancer might spread to nearby areas. He also reassured the patient that the breast would not be removed. The surgery was performed. It took around 4-5 hours. To the immense relief of the patient, her breast was saved.
Her Message to Other Cancer Patients
The patient recalls that the surgery was successful and she had a fast recovery. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy, with radiation therapy planned for later. All her fears are now gone. She is fit and fine, doing her normal chores. She advises other cancer patients to look for suitable treatment nearby and not seek treatment outside the city, as this would incur high costs and torment. Siliguri now has the latest medical technologies and proficient doctors who provide world-class treatment.
The Doctor's Perspective
According to the doctor, when the patient first visited the hospital for consultation, Dr. Bramhanand Arjun Bhangargi perused her past reports and suggested revision breast conserving surgery along with management of the maxilla. Along with this, 4-5 sentinel lymph nodes were removed, which were free of tumor, and an assessment of the frozen section was done. Thereafter, type I oncoplasty was performed for reconstruction. The patient recovered well and was discharged around the third day. She is currently receiving adjuvant chemotherapy.
What Her Breast Cancer Journey Shows
Her journey indicates that timely reassessment, careful surgical planning, and a multidisciplinary treatment approach helped turn her fear into confidence. It highlights that a breast cancer diagnosis does not always mean removal of the breast. With breast-conserving surgery, the breast can be saved.
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