Breast cancer cases progressively increase every year. A study at AIIMS confirms that there is an increase of 30% in breast cancer cases in women below 40. Therefore it becomes important for us to gather all the information possible about this disease since it can strike anyone.

Symptoms of breast cancer -

• New lump in the breast and armpit
• Pain in the chest area
• Changes in the breast size
• Irritation of the breast skin
• Swelling of any part of the breasts
• Blood discharge from the nipple
• Redness of the skin around the breasts

Causes of breast cancer –

• Older age increases the risk of getting breast cancer and other health-related issues.
• Having a family history of breast cancer increases the chances of getting cancer.
• Mutations in BRCA1, BRCA2, and CHEK2 are responsible for breast cancer in people.
• Overexposure to hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.
• Having an unhealthy lifestyle such as being an alcoholic and avoiding physical activity.
• Obesity also increases the chances of getting an ovarian cancer.

Diagnosis of breast cancer –

• Physical examination – checking the breast and lymph nodes physically.
• Mammogram – use of X-ray in low-dose to detect tumors.
• Ultrasound – use of sound waves to detect the changes in the breasts.
• Biopsy – removal of some tissues which are then examined.
• Scans – CT and MRI scans are used to detect whether the cancer has spread to other organs or not.

Treatment of Breast Cancer –

• Surgery – removal of tumors or lymph nodes.
• Chemotherapy –use of medications that kill the cancerous cells such as - Albumin Bound Paclitaxel 100 mg Injection (manufactured by Arechar Healthcare). It is also used for the treatment of lung cancer and pancreatic cancer. It functions by impacting the microtubules of the cells by stabilizing them.
• Radiotherapy – refers to radiation therapy where a high-intensity beam is used to kill the cells.
• Hormone therapy – Xtane tablets also known by the generic name Exemestane and it functions by binding to Aromasin. Aromasin enzyme is responsible for the formation of estrogen from androgens and therefore blocking it reduces the influence of estrogen on the cancer cells. Some of the side effects of this Xtane are -
• Rashes
• Nausea
• Increased appetite
• Increased clots
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Hair loss
• Low RBCs
• Vaginal bleeding
• Osteoporosis
• Wheezing

Xtane 25mg tablet price is high however you can purchase it from Magicine Pharma at an affordable rate since they provide various discounts with their medications.

• Targeted therapy – medicines that focus on certain protein and pathways.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Question)

Q - Where to store paclitaxel injection?

Ans – Store Paclitaxel 100mg injection (albumin-bound) at 20° – 25° C.

Q - From where can I purchase Paclitaxel injection?

Ans – It is advisable to use Magicine Pharma in order to purchase Paclitaxel 100mg injection at a reasonable rate.

Q - How to store Xtane tablets?

Ans – Store Xtane 25mg tablets at a temperature below 30° C.