The perspective and life of women with breast cancer

Abstract

Tumor dojke jedan je od najčešćih malignih tumora u svijetu i najčešći uzrok smrti među ženama. Iako je bolest ozbiljna i potencijalno po život opasna, rani stadiji tumora dojke smatraju se izlječivima, što čini pravovremeno otkrivanje ključno za uspješno liječenje. Tijekom proteklih godina terapija tumora dojke značajno je napredovala, s ciljem smanjenja intenziteta liječenja, kako za lokalnu, tako i za sustavnu terapiju. Moderna medicina teži izbjegavanju pretjeranog liječenja, ali i premalog liječenja, što je postalo prioritet u onkologiji. Time se osigurava učinkovitije i manje invazivno liječenje za bolesnike čime se smanjuju nuspojave i poboljšava kvaliteta života. Anatomija dojke je fascinantna i složena tema koja je od iznimne važnosti za razumijevanje same bolesti. Dojke nisu samo estetski važan dio ženskog tijela, već imaju ključnu funkciju u reprodukciji i ishrani, čineći njihovu strukturu i funkcionalnost ključnima u prepoznavanju eventualnih promjena koje mogu ukazivati na tumor. Tumor dojke nije isključivo ženski problem iako se u većini slučajeva javlja kod žena može se pojaviti i kod muškaraca. Podizanje svijesti o ovoj bolesti ključno za sve jer pravovremeno otkrivanje značajno povećava šanse za preživljavanje. Redoviti samopregledi, medicinski pregledi i mamografija važni su alati u ranom otkrivanju raka dojke. S obzirom na napredak u dijagnostici i terapiji, žene koje obole od tumora dojke imaju veće šanse za preživljavanje, a pravovremenim liječenjem može se očuvati njihova kvaliteta života. Podrška obitelji, medicinskog osoblja i društva također ima važnu ulogu u emocionalnom oporavku oboljelih, što je važan aspekt liječenja koji doprinosi cjelokupnom procesu oporavka.Breast cancer is one of the most common malignant tumors in the world and the leading cause of death among women. Although the disease is serious and potentially life-threatening, early-stage breast cancer is considered treatable, making timely detection crucial for successful treatment. Over the past years, breast cancer therapy has significantly advanced, aiming to reduce the intensity of treatment, both for local and systemic therapies. Modern medicine focuses on avoiding both overtreatment and undertreatment, which has become a priority in oncology. This ensures more effective and less invasive treatment for patients, reducing side effects and improving their quality of life.The anatomy of the breast is a fascinating and complex subject, which is of utmost importance for understanding the disease itself. The breasts are not only an aesthetically significant part of the female body, but also play a key role in reproduction and nourishment, making their structure and function crucial in identifying potential changes that may indicate cancer. Although breast cancer is predominantly a female problem, it can also occur in men. Raising awareness about this disease is essential for everyone, as early detection significantly increases survival rates. Regular self-examinations, medical check-ups, and mammography are important tools in early detection of breast cancer.Given the progress in diagnostics and therapy, women diagnosed with breast cancer have a better chance of survival, and timely treatment can preserve their quality of life. Support from family, medical staff, and society also plays a significant role in the emotional recovery of patients, which is an important aspect of treatment contributing to the overall recovery process