Breast cancer is known to be the most common cancer affecting women in Singapore. There is much awareness, but some of the facts are shrouded in myths, resulting in a lot of fear and anxiety. Dr Tan Yia Swam believes that knowledge is power, and she wants to empower all women to take charge of their health and wellness.
Her approach to Breast Care is not just on the actual surgery alone, but a holistic approach to overall physical health, and emotional & mental wellness.
We share on some of the facts of common breast conditions, and hope that these will be informative to you. Should you wish further clarifications on your own condition, do make an appointment to speak with Dr Tan in person.
Breast lumps are growths in the breast tissue. Although they are often benign (noncancerous),
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Singaporean women. A cell will turn
Established in 2010, Nexus Surgical set out to provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective surgical services. Our surgeons’ diverse expertise enables us to cater to a wide range of general to complex surgical conditions, from diagnosis to treatment.
Established in 2010, Nexus Surgical set out to provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective surgical services. Our surgeons’ diverse expertise enables us to cater to a wide range of general to complex surgical conditions, from diagnosis to treatment.
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