10 Questions
Which of the following clinical features is characteristic of inflammatory breast cancer?
Peau d'orange
What is a key diagnostic criterion for inflammatory breast cancer?
Rapid onset of breast erythema, edema, warmth, and peau d'orange
What differentiates the clinical presentation of Paget disease of the breast from inflammatory breast cancer?
Erythematous, scaly rash affecting the nipple and areola
Which diagnostic test is recommended for patients suspected of having inflammatory breast cancer?
Core needle biopsy plus skin punch biopsy
What is a common sign of metastatic disease in inflammatory breast cancer patients?
Axillary lymphadenopathy
What differentiates the 5-year survival rate of inflammatory breast cancer from other types of advanced breast cancer?
~40%
What distinguishes inflammatory breast cancer from Paget disease of the breast in terms of symptoms?
Warmth, edema, and rapid onset of symptoms
Which treatment modality is NOT typically part of the management plan for inflammatory breast cancer?
Breast-conserving surgery
What distinguishes inflammatory breast cancer from locally advanced breast cancer?
Rapid onset of symptoms and peau d'orange
Which imaging study is recommended for patients suspected of having inflammatory breast cancer?
Bilateral mammogram and ultrasound of regional lymph nodes
Test your knowledge on the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, including changes in breast size and shape, ulcerations, edema, skin retractions, nipple inversion, and more. Learn about the indicators of metastatic disease and the importance of early detection.
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