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Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women in Philippines and worldwide. It begins when abnormal cells in the breast grow uncontrollably and form a lump or tumour. Although breast cancer mainly affects women, men can also develop the disease. The three main subtypes are hormone receptor positive (ER/PR-positive), HER2-positive, and triple negative breast cancers. Each type behaves differently and requires specific treatment approaches.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the Philippines, accounting for about 1 in 3 new cancer cases in women.
According to the IARC Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN 2022):
For comparison, cervical cancer was the third most common cancer among women in the Philippines in 2022, with 8,549 new cases and 4,380 deaths.
These figures highlight why early detection and timely treatment of breast cancer remain crucial to improving outcomes and quality of life for Filipino patients and families.
Some common signs to look out for include:
Early breast cancer may not show symptoms, which is why regular screening, such as mammograms, is important for early detection.
Regular screening is the most effective way to detect breast cancer early, when treatment works best. In Philippines, breast cancer is often diagnosed at a later stage, making awareness and timely screening especially important.
Diagnosis involves several steps:
Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), cancer confined to the ducts
Small invasive tumour with little or no lymph node involvement
Larger tumour or spread to nearby lymph nodes
Locally advanced, with more extensive lymph node spread or involvement of chest wall/skin
Cancer has spread (metastasised) to other organs, such as bone, liver, lung, or brain
Treatment depends on cancer stage, subtype, and patient profile. In Philippines, there are various treatment options available for breast cancer. The specific treatment plan will depend on multiple factors, such as the cancer stage, the tumour grade, the patient’s overall health, and other individual factors.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the Philippines, accounting for about 1 in 3 new cancer cases in women.
According to the IARC Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN 2022):
For comparison, cervical cancer was the third most common cancer among women in the Philippines in 2022, with 8,549 new cases and 4,380 deaths.
These figures highlight why early detection and timely treatment of breast cancer remain crucial to improving outcomes and quality of life for Filipino patients and families.
Our multidisciplinary team of oncologists in Philippines provide advanced care with a compassionate touch.
