Episode Details

Breast Cancer explained clearly, including breast anatomy and symptoms as well as risk factors and types of breast cancer. We look at hormone receptors / HER2 receptor, as well as diagnosis including breast screening and treatment - from surgery to systemic therapies.

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Timestamps:
0:00 Breast Cancer Definition
0:07 Breast Anatomy
1:57 Breast Cancer Types 
4:58 Breast Cancer Symptoms
6:17 Breast Cancer Risk Factors and Epidemiology
7:26 Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Screening
9:26 Breast Cancer Treatment

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References:

1. TeachMeAnatomy. (2025) Breasts. Available at: https://teachmeanatomy.info/thorax/organs/breasts/
2. BMJ Best Practice. (2025) Primary invasive breast cancer. Available at: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/716
3. MSD Manuals. (2025) Breast cancer. Available at: https://www.msdmanuals.com/professional/gynecology-and-obstetrics/breast-cancer/breast-cancer

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