Gender Bias in Medicine Still Common
Prominent figures should stop questioning whether bias exists and do more to address its effects, study author says. Medscape Medical News …read more
What to know about mammary duct ectasia
Mammary duct ectasia is when a milk duct in the breast becomes blocked and clogged up with fluid. It is not a serious condition and does not increase a person’s risk of breast cancer. However, it may cause pain, tenderness, and swelling, and it can sometimes lead to an infection called mastitis. Learn more here.…
How does tumor size relate to breast cancer stage?
Doctors use tumor size to help determine the stage of breast cancer. People with early-stage cancers are likely to have smaller tumors that are easier for doctors to treat. However, doctors take many other factors into account when determining the cancer stage and possible treatment approaches. Learn more here. …read more
Vaccine cuts rate of HPV infection, precancerous lesions
New research finds a link between HPV vaccination and a considerable drop in cases of HPV infection and the number of precancerous lesions. …read more