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Breast cancer is a form of the disease in which breast cells become abnormal and start multiplying abnormally to form a tumor. Breast can is commonly found in women, but it can also develop in males. The genetics of breast cancer involves mutation of some genes which increase the risk of a woman to develop breast cancer. BRCA gene (BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene) mutation is responsible for the majority of inherited breast.

What Are Post-Mastectomy Bras?

Mastectomy bras are custom made or specially designed bras for women who have undergone a partial or full mastectomy, or a lumpectomy, and can be worn with breast prostheses. A mastectomy is the process of partial or full removal of one or both breasts often after breast cancer surgery.

Mastectomy Procedure & Its Complications

Mastectomy is a surgical procedure that is done to treat breast cancer. In this procedure, the affected breast is removed. Sometimes other tissues near the breast are also removed. A mastectomy procedure is sometimes performed to prevent cancer from developing in women who are at a high risk for breast cancer.