ASK A DOCTOR: WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS OF BREAST CANCER?

Expert opinion from Azhar Rao

MBBS · 6 years of experience · India

A tumor in breast can lead to breast cancer. It can spread to other body parts as well. Women are most likely to get breast cancer. Some of the complications related to breast cancer include: Sharp bad pain is experienced in breast and other body parts. Cancer might spread to other organs. Chemotherapy is the biggest hurdle to face in cancer treatment. It can be mentally and physically exhausting. You may experience hair loss during chemotherapy. You may contract infections very easily. Chemotherapy also affects your ability to get pregnant. Feeling nauseas is very common. Depression and lack of sleep are some other side effects.

Expert opinion from Gustavo Campos

Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of experience · Brazil

The most significant complications are related to metastasis to bones, lungs, brain, and liver. Patients may have bone pain, shortness of breath, muscle weakness, headache, double vision, weight loss, nausea, jaundice, and loss of appetite.

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Expert opinion from Ipsa Arora

MD (Internal Medicine) · 5 years of experience · USA

Possible complications include: heart damage, inflamed lung tissue, secondary cancers, loss of sexual interest, depression, loss of sleep and anxiety.

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