Myth: All breast cancers are the same
Here’s the truth
Not all breast cancer is the same. There are many different types of breast cancer, which are determined by the specific cells in the breast that become cancer, and each type has different features and considerations. Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC), for instance, is the most common type of breast cancer, accounting for about 80% of all breast cancer diagnoses in the United States.
Other types of breast cancer include inflammatory breast cancer (IBC), triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), and metastatic breast cancer (MBC), among others.
Depending on the type of cancer and your individual circumstances, treatment, side effects, and prognosis will vary. While breast cancer might seem like a one-size-fits-all diagnosis on the outside, every type of cancer is different, which is why it is essential to learn as much as you can if breast cancer affects you or someone you love.
Breast Cancer Glossary
Learn more about the different types of breast cancer and their treatments by becoming familiar with common terms and vocabulary with the free Breast Cancer Glossary.
Get the Free GlossarySources:
American Cancer Society
Mayo Clinic
Cancer Treatment Centers of America