From  AlZahra Oncology Center in Dubai lead by Dr Sadir Alrawi American boarded, with Dr Thamir Alkasab & Khaled Kouteich. Call us on +971551010169

The highly skilled board certified plastic surgeons always wish a speedy recovery to all the patients who have undergone breast reconstruction surgery in Dubai-based Al Zahra Hospital. In fact, there are women who get back to their normal routine after 3-5 days. Smooth recovery is the result of many factors.

Below are enlisted important tips that one must follow for a healthy recovery after breast reconstruction:

Seek Assistance – Breast reconstruction surgery is not difficult, but for few days, you’ll feel sore and tired. Avoid heavy lifting including children above 20 pounds for 6 weeks at least. Until you’re finished with pain killing medications, avoid driving. For household chores, seek assistance from your maid or someone else in the family. Ask any of your close friend or relative to visit you every day to help you with your personal tasks.

Proper Pain Management – You might experience mild to moderate discomfort immediately after breast reconstruction surgery. Some women will feel pressure and tightness across their chest. The doctor will prescribe you few pain killer medications to help you with early recovery. Fill your medicine box with prescribed medicines a day before the surgery so that when you get home, the medications are available close at hand.

Take Plenty of Rest and Sleep – It is advisable to have enough of rest and sleep after the surgery. Set a quiet room side, a comfortable bed to rest in – for initial few days. Have plenty of pillows, so you lay in a comfortable posture. Keep the books, magazines and iPod by your bedside to help pass time. While walking after the surgery, slowly you’ll regain your strength. Listen to your body, take ample of sleep and relaxation – and your healing will be quick.

Have Plenty of Healthy Food & Water – Prior undergoing breast reconstruction surgery, stock your kitchen with easy to prepare food of your choice and plenty of water. Soft, light foods are recommended for the initial days after the operation. Have healthy foods give you strength to heal faster. Drink plenty of water as and when you feel dehydrated during the recovery phase.

The doctors at Female Surgeon UAE ensure to inform all their patients about the post-op period. This helps you take ample of rest, recover and relish your all new breasts. If you have not yet settled on a trusted, skilled surgeon the experts at Al Zahra Hospital have hands on experience in carrying out breast reconstruction surgery in Dubai using the minimally invasive technique.

We have highly skilled, board-certified cancer care specialists and the best breast surgeons who offer life-saving treatments, patient-centered care to improve quality of life and overall health outcomes.

BRCA Gene screening test is a blood test that uses DNA analysis to identify if there is any mutation in the two breast cancer susceptibility genes – BRCA 1 and BRCA 2. Women who have mutations in these genes are probably at increased risk of developing ovarian cancer, breast cancer and other type of cancer.

Female Surgeon UAE at Al Zahra Hospital has a team of highly skilled, board-certified oncologists and breast surgeons who conduct breast cancer screening in Dubai using the latest technologies. Our doctors combine their experience and technology to offer the best BRCA screening in Dubai.

What are BRCA 1 and BRCA 2?

BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 are the genes that produce tumor suppressor proteins. These proteins play a major role in repairing the damaged DNA. At the same time, they ensure that each cell of the genetic material is stable. When either of these genes is mutated or altered, they are unable to make enough of protein product or does not function properly thus failing to repair the damaged DNA. As a result, additional genetic alterations develop which further leads to cancer.

Inherited mutations in BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 increase the risk of breast and ovarian cancers. A harmful BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation can be inherited from a person’s parents.

How much risk of breast cancer is involved in gene mutation?

About 72% of women who inherit harmful BCA 1 mutation and 69% of women who inherit harmful BRCA 3 mutation will likely develop breast cancer at the age of 80. These women are also at the high risk of developing a new primary cancer in the opposite breast in later years.

Are genetic tests available to detect BRCA 1 or BRCA 2 mutations?

While some tests look for specific harmful BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 mutation that has been identified in other family members. Other tests check for all of the harmful mutations in both genes. One thing, DNA is required for all of these tests. The sample is then sent to the laboratory. It usually takes about a month to receive the results.

What do the results mean?

• Positive Result – Positive result means the person has inherited the harmful mutation in BRCA 1 or BRCA 2. This means they are at an increased risk of developing certain cancers.
• Negative Result – A negative result is more difficult to understand than the positive one because the result is dependent on an individual’s family history of cancer and whether the mutation has been identified in the relative’s blood.
• Uncertain Result – Sometimes in the screening, a change is found in BRCA 2 or BRCA 2 that hasn’t been associated with cancer. This type of results is termed as “ambiguous” because it is uncertain whether the change is harmful or not.

Schedule an appointment with Female Surgeon UAE for BRCA screening in Dubai and receive the best healthcare from specialized doctors.

From  AlZahra Oncology Center in Dubai lead by Dr Sadir Alrawi American boarded, with Dr Thamir Alkasab & Khaled Kouteich. Call us on +971551010169

Dr Dima our medical oncologist from Moffit cancer Center

From Alzahra Oncology Center in Dubai, in the heart of Middle East lead by Dr Sadir Alrawi AMERICAN boarded, minimal invasive surgery, with Dr Thamir Alkasab and Khaled Koutech

From Alzahra Oncology Center in Dubai, in the heart of Middle East lead by Dr Sadir Alrawi AMERICAN boarded, minimal invasive surgery, with Dr Thamir Alkasab and Khaled Koutech

From Alzahra Oncology Center in Dubai, in the heart of Middle East lead by Dr Sadir Alrawi AMERICAN boarded, minimal invasive surgery, with Dr Thamir Alkasab and Khaled Koutech

From Alzahra Oncology Center in Dubai, in the heart of Middle East lead by Dr Sadir Alrawi AMERICAN boarded, minimal invasive surgery, with Dr Thamir Alkasab and Khaled Koutech

Breast cancer is increasing at an alarming rate across the globe. Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is overwhelming. But at the same time, it is also important to learn what type of breast cancer you actually have. Breast cancer can begin in any area of the breast such as ducts, the lobules, or in some cases, the tissue in between. There are many types of breast cancer, however, the most common types are ductal carcinoma in situ, invasive ductal carcinoma, and invasive lobular carcinoma.

At Al Zahara hospital in Dubai, the doctors provide suitable breast cancer treatment to make the patient fully recover and live her life peacefully. The breast cancer treatment hospitals in Dubai use the following terms to describe the extent of cancer: In situ – means the breast cancers that do not spread. Other is the Invasive or infiltrating cancers – which spreads into the surrounding breast tissue.

Ductal Carcinoma In Situ – This non-invasive breast cancer starts inside the milk-producing glands of the breast and does not spread beyond the milk duct into any normal surrounding breast tissue.

Invasive Breast Cancer – In this type of cancer, the cancer cells spread into surrounding breast tissue. The most common invasive breast cancer is called invasive ductal carcinoma and invasive lobular carcinoma.

Inflammatory Breast Cancer – This type of invasive breast cancer is not so common. It accounts for only 1% to 5% of all breast cancers.

Paget disease of the nipple – Paget disease of the nipple begins in the breast ducts and spread to the skin of the nipple and then to the areola. Such type of problem is rare and accounts for only about 1-3% of all cases of breast cancer.

Phyllodes Tumor – Phyllodes tumor is a very rare type of breast cancer. Unlike carcinomas that develop in the ducts and lobules, they develop in the connective tissue of the breast. Most are benign, but there are others that are malignant (cancer).

Metastatic Breast Cancer – Also known as Stage 4, metastatic breast cancer is the one that has spread to other parts of the body namely liver, bones, brain and lungs. But this does not mean you’ll become hopeless. Even at this stage of breast cancer, many people continue to live a productive and healthy life for years to come.

Angiosarcoma – Sarcomas of the breast accounts for 1% of all types of breast cancers. They begin developing in cells that line blood vessels or lymph vessels.  It can also include the breast tissue or the skin of the breast.

The above mentioned types of breast cancer are treated diligently by the team of board certified doctors in the breast cancer treatment hospitals in Dubai. The breast cancer treatment in Dubai at Al Zahara hospital is carried out using minimally invasive technique and at an affordable price.