https://learnlooklocate.com/why-fertility-preservation-must-be-part-of-early-cancer-care/ Breast cancer treatment can impact fertility, but patients deserve options and honest conversations before therapy begins. In this powerful interview, Cynthia Jordan speaks with Laly Havern, PharmD, MS, BCACP (Walgreens) and Deborah E. Ikhena-Abel, MD, MSCI, a reproductive endocrinologist specializing in onco-fertility. They break down how breast cancer treatments affect fertility, the two-week fertility preservation window, what actually happens during an egg/embryo freezing cycle, side effects, emotional support, and financial resources that can help (Chick Mission, LIVESTRONG Heartbeat, ReUnite Onco, and more). If you’re a young breast cancer patient—or love someone who is—this video will help you understand your options, advocate for yourself, and ask the right questions of your oncology and fertility teams.
Cynthia Jordan, Founder of Learn Look Locate LLC in 2018 has generated a global movement to provide critical education for the early detection of breast cancer. It is estimated that one in eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. While most of these cases are diagnosed in women over the age of 50, the disease can affect women of any age. Early detection is critical to survival, yet many women are not familiar with the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.
We advocate the importance of self-breast exams, what to look for when performing a self-exam, and when to see a doctor. We provide resources for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, as well as for their families and friends.
The five-year survival rate for women who catch their cancer early is nearly 100%. Here’s an important statistic. Many women do not perform self-breast exams or see a doctor for regular screenings. Learn Look Locate LLC wants to highlight the work of organizations around the world that are working to promote early detection of breast cancer. We will feature stories of women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and share their journeys.
There are several ways to diagnose breast cancer, including mammograms, biopsies, and ultrasounds. Once breast cancer is diagnosed, there are a few treatment options available, including surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. The best way to treat breast cancer is to catch it early and to get the best treatment possible.
There is a strong community of women who have been affected by breast cancer. In addition, there are a number of organizations and resources available to help women find the support they need.
Learn Look Locate LLC provides resources for women who want to get involved in the fight against breast cancer.
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