Overview
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women in India — and increasingly, men. It develops when abnormal cells in the breast tissue grow uncontrollably, forming a tumour that can spread to surrounding tissue or other parts of the body if not detected and treated early.
Breast cancer most commonly begins in the milk ducts or lobules of the breast. Early detection through regular screening and awareness of warning signs significantly improves treatment outcomes and survival rates. With advances in chemotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy, most patients diagnosed early can achieve full remission.
Types of Breast Cancer
Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS)
DCIS is the earliest form of breast cancer, where abnormal cells are found inside the milk ducts but have not yet spread to surrounding tissue. It is considered non-invasive and is highly treatable when detected early.
Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC)
IDC is the most common type of breast cancer — accounting for nearly 80% of all diagnoses. It begins in the milk ducts and grows into the surrounding breast tissue, with potential to spread to lymph nodes and other organs.
Invasive Lobular Carcinoma (ILC)
ILC begins in the milk-producing lobules of the breast and spreads into surrounding tissue. It is the second most common type of invasive breast cancer and may be harder to detect on imaging.
Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC)
TNBC does not have receptors for estrogen, progesterone, or HER2 — making it unresponsive to hormone therapy or targeted HER2 therapies. It is typically treated with chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
HER2-Positive Breast Cancer
HER2-positive breast cancer produces excess HER2 protein, which promotes rapid cancer cell growth. It is treated with targeted therapies specifically designed to block HER2, often in combination with chemotherapy.
Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer
Hormone receptor-positive breast cancer is driven by estrogen or progesterone. It is typically treated with hormone therapy — often in combination with chemotherapy or targeted therapy — for an extended period after primary treatment.
Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC)
IBC is a rare but aggressive form of breast cancer that blocks lymph vessels in the breast skin, causing redness, swelling, and warmth. It requires prompt diagnosis and aggressive multimodal treatment.
Signs to Look for in Breast Cancer
- A new lump or thickening in the breast or underarm area
- Change in breast size, shape, or appearance
- Dimpling, puckering, or redness of the breast skin
- Nipple discharge other than breast milk — including blood
- Nipple changes — inversion or unusual appearance
- Persistent breast or nipple pain
- Swollen lymph nodes in the armpit or around the collarbone
- Unexplained fatigue, weight loss, or bone pain in advanced cases
Treatment Options
Chemotherapy
Uses anti-cancer drugs to destroy rapidly growing breast cancer cells, reduce tumour size before surgery, or eliminate any remaining cancer cells after surgery. Chemotherapy is delivered at Jus’ Onco as a low cost day care service — patients receive their infusion and return home the same day.
Targeted Therapy
Targets specific proteins or genetic mutations in breast cancer cells — such as HER2 — with precision medicines that minimize damage to healthy tissue. Targeted therapy is available for HER2-positive and other biomarker-matched breast cancer types at Jus’ Onco.
Immunotherapy
Enhances the body’s own immune system to recognize and attack breast cancer cells. Immunotherapy is particularly effective for triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) and is delivered under close oncologist supervision at Jus’ Onco.
Hormone Therapy
For hormone receptor-positive breast cancers, hormone therapy blocks or reduces estrogen and progesterone to slow or stop cancer growth. It is often used alongside chemotherapy or targeted therapy as part of a complete treatment plan.
Radiation Therapy
Radiation may be used after breast-conserving surgery or mastectomy to destroy any remaining cancer cells in the breast, chest wall, or lymph nodes.
Surgical Oncology
Surgical options for breast cancer include breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy) and mastectomy. Surgery is coordinated with chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and radiation as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
Supportive Care
Includes pain management, nutritional support, psycho-oncology counselling, infection management, and symptom control — improving quality of life throughout the full breast cancer treatment journey.
Breast Cancer Care at Jus' Onco
At Jus’ Onco, we provide comprehensive breast cancer care through advanced diagnostics, evidence-based treatments, and a multidisciplinary team of oncology specialists. From diagnosis and treatment planning to recovery and long-term follow-up, our focus is on delivering personalized, compassionate breast cancer treatment at a low cost — so no patient is forced to delay or abandon treatment due to financial barriers.
Our breast cancer care includes day care chemotherapy, targeted therapy for HER2-positive patients, immunotherapy for triple negative breast cancer, hormone therapy, and integrated supportive care — all coordinated by experienced oncologists who take the time to understand every patient’s unique diagnosis, lifestyle, and goals.
