True Story: My life after colon cancer
Life after cancer can be a very exhilarating yet complicated time in someone’s life. From the time you get the diagnosis, you become extremely…
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How to lower your risk of colon cancer
Colon cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in both men and women in the United States. It is also one of the…
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3D nipple tattoos: Helping women gain confidence after a mastectomy
AAMG Plastic Surgery is unique in that it offers patients several innovative breast reconstruction options, including tissue expansion with Aeroform AirXpanders, pre pectoral implants, and microvascular deep inferior epigastric perforator flap (DIEP) procedures. 3D nipple tattooing is part of this comprehensive list.
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5 things no one told me about breast cancer
Michelle Hutchison is a breast cancer survivor. After finding a lump in her breast during a routine self-exam, Michelle was diagnosed with stage II…
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AeroForm expanders: Revolutionizing breast reconstruction
Getting breast implants after a mastectomy is an emotional process. Preparing your body for the implants can also be an arduous task. It can…
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Dietary choices that may lower your risk of breast cancer
If you have or have had breast cancer, you may want to know if there are things you can do that may lower your…
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It’s never too early: How a colon cancer screening could save your life
According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), women and men are encouraged to start regular colon cancer screenings at age 45. “You never really think you’re going to get cancer, unless you have a family history of it,” Brian says. “It’s never too early to get screened. Colon cancer is one of the cancers you can beat if it’s detected early. There is no reason to not get screened earlier.”
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Recognizing the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer
Early cancers of the ovaries often cause no symptoms and only about 20 percent of ovarian cancers are found at an early stage. Paying attention to a few potential warning signs and symptoms may improve the odds of early diagnosis and successful treatment.
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Set yourself up for success: Common misconceptions about quitting smoking
The use of tobacco can often lead to nicotine dependence and other resulting health problems. If you have made the decision to quit smoking, that’s a first step! But you should be aware of a few common misconceptions and tips to help you along your journey to a tobacco free life.
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Breast cancer survivor describes her journey through treatment, reconstructive surgery
Kimberly Collins lives in southern Maryland, about two hours away from Anne Arundel Medical Center. Yet she still traveled to AAMC to get a…
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