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Where does breast cancer usually metastasize first? In most cases, breast cancer first spreads to other parts of an affected breast, then to nearby lymph nodes. If cancerous cells make their way into the lymphatic system, they can then reach distant parts of the body. The most common locations for metastatic breast tumors include the: Lungs.

Which food is good for breast cancer?
Foods that may lower breast cancer risk

Leafy green vegetables. Kale, arugula, spinach, mustard greens, and chard are just a few of the leafy green vegetables that may have anticancer properties.
Citrus fruits.
Fatty fish.
Berries.
Fermented foods.
Allium vegetables.
Peaches, apples, and pears.
Cruciferous vegetables.

What does a cancerous armpit lump feel like? A cancerous lump is more likely to be hard, painless, and fixed in place. It may also feel like it’s connected to other, smaller lumps. So, bottom line: If the underarm lump you feel is red and/or painful, and growing noticeably, see your doctor.

What does a breast tumor feel like as a male? A lump that feels like a hard knot or a thickening in the breast or under the arm. Because men generally have small amounts of breast tissue, it is easier to feel a small lump. Any new irregularity on the skin or nipple, such as redness, scaliness, puckering, or a discharge from the nipple.

What are the hidden symptoms of breast cancer?
Here are a few subtle signs of breast cancer to be aware of.

You notice a lump under your arm or on your collarbone.
You find a dimpled area on your breast.
Your nipples look red or flakey.
You have any sort of discharge from your nipple.
The size of one breast changes subtly.
The skin of your breast is irritated.

Is breast cancer curable stage 1? Stage 1 is highly treatable, however, it does require treatment, typically surgery and often radiation, or a combination of the two. Additionally, you may consider hormone therapy, depending on the type of cancer cells found and your additional risk factors.

What does the beginning of inflammatory breast cancer look like? Symptoms of inflammatory breast cancer include swelling (edema) and redness (erythema) that affect a third or more of the breast. The skin of the breast may also appear pink, reddish purple, or bruised. In addition, the skin may have ridges or appear pitted, like the skin of an orange (called peau d’orange).

What does the butterfly mean in breast cancer? It was meant for one breast cancer journey, not two. “In a way, the butterfly represents new life,” Vutera said. “After you’ve been through (breast cancer), you’re life is changed no matter what.”

What is a thoughtful gift for someone with breast cancer? You might want to consider “including PJs, a support pillow, a spa gift card, and many other thoughtful goodies,” says Keri Burnette from Raleigh, North Carolina.

What does a breast cancer rash look like? Unlike other types of breast cancer, IBC doesn’t usually cause lumps. However, your breasts may become swollen, warm, and appear red. The rash may resemble clusters of insect bites, and it’s not unusual to have itchiness.