Breast Cancer DIY
...created by women with breast cancer, for women with breast cancer!
Inflammatory Breast Cancer: IBC
*Special Note: Susan G. Komen for the Cure now has ample
inflammatory breast cancer information.
Please look at this important clip on
Inflammatory Breast Cancer:
(link is provided in case video doesn't start)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3s9_UrVtc6c
Inflammatory Breast Cancer:
A unique and uncommon type of breast cancer.
Symptoms might include: 
One breast appears larger than the other Red or pink skin Skin that is hot to the touch Swelling of the breast Nipple discharge (any discharge!) Nipples that appear inverted or flattened (when in question see your doctor) Pain and/or itchiness (be sure to check for any swelling) Ridges or thickened areas of breast Rash (of the entire breast or in small patches) Orange-like texture (skin of an orange) Swollen lymph nodes under the armpit area Swollen lymph nodes of the neck (sometimes) - see your doctor if you're not sure
Contact your doctor if you think you have any of these symptoms.
And it is always best to deal with a doctor who has expertise in Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
Article of Interest:
Dangerous Disguse MAMM magazine/IBC Foundation
Special News Report on IBC KOMO 4TV (Seattle, WA):
