Compassionate Breast Cancer Care

Breast cancer begins when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the breast’s ducts or lobules. At Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute in Boca Raton, we believe education and awareness are powerful tools. By understanding risk and recognizing changes early, women in Palm Beach County can take proactive steps toward their health.

Types of Breast Cancer We Treat

Our specialists care for every type of breast cancer, including:

• Ductal carcinoma (in situ and invasive)
• Lobular carcinoma
• Triple-negative breast cancer
• HER2-positive breast cancer
• Inflammatory breast cancer
• Male breast cancer (rare but possible)

Awareness Focus:

Breast cancer touches many lives, but knowledge is strength:

• 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed in her lifetime.
• In Palm Beach County, it remains one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers.
• Early detection through mammograms and screenings saves lives.

Knowing what to look for — and where to turn for answers — is essential.

Possible symptoms include:

• A new lump or thickened tissue in the breast or underarm
• Unexplained changes in breast size or shape
• Skin or nipple changes such as dimpling, redness, or discharge

At Lynn Cancer Institute, diagnosis may involve:

• Clinical breast exam
• 3D mammogram
• Ultrasound or MRI
• Minimally invasive biopsy

Our Boca Raton location offers same-day scheduling for mammograms and biopsies, giving you answers quickly and easing uncertainty.

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Understanding your diagnosis helps shape the right care plan.

• Stage 0: Abnormal cells confined to ducts or lobules.
• Stages I–III: Tumor growth and/or lymph node involvement.
• Stage IV: Cancer has spread to distant organs.
• Tumor Grade: Describes how different the cells look and how fast they may grow.

Questions to Ask Your Doctor:

We encourage every patient to take an active role in care. Consider asking:

• What type of breast cancer do I have?
• What stage and grade is my cancer?
• What tests do I need before treatment?
• What are my treatment options?

At Lynn Cancer Institute, breast cancer treatment is both advanced and personal. Every plan is tailored to your diagnosis, stage, and unique needs — always delivered close to home in Palm Beach County.

Surgery options include: lumpectomy, mastectomy, and breast reconstruction.

Medical therapies may involve: chemotherapy, hormone therapy, or targeted therapy.

Radiation therapy is delivered with advanced precision systems.

Throughout treatment, you’ll be supported by:

• Patient Navigators who guide you through every step, from scheduling to emotional support.
• A team-based approach, where surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and rehabilitation specialists review your case together.

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While some breast cancer risks cannot be changed, others can be managed with healthy lifestyle choices.

Risk factors we can’t change include: being female, age over 50, family history, or BRCA gene mutations.

Risks we can address include: obesity, smoking or alcohol use, and lack of physical activity.

At Lynn Cancer Institute, we offer:

• High-Risk Breast Clinic evaluations
• Annual mammograms starting at age 40 (earlier for women at higher risk)
• Lifestyle and wellness programs to support healthier living

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With early detection and expert care, most women diagnosed with breast cancer go on to live long, healthy lives.

At Lynn Cancer Institute, survivorship is a vital part of our care. We offer:

• Survivorship navigation
• “Moving Forward” wellness program
• Ongoing monitoring to prevent recurrence

Healing doesn’t end when treatment does. Our survivorship services include:

• Personalized follow-up care
• Nutrition and fitness counseling
• Support groups and counseling
• Lymphedema management
• Long-term monitoring for recurrence

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