A breast biopsy can be a lifesaving procedure for both women and men. An unusual growth in one or both breasts can be found during a routine self-breast examination, an annual physical, or a radiology procedure. Reasons for why people need to have breast biopsies include finding a palpable lump, experiencing unexplained discharge from a…
General surgeon Dr. Elijah Mobley provides general surgery for the residents of Apple Valley, Glendora, San Dimas, and the surrounding areas of Los Angeles County. When Dr. Elijah Mobley consults with women who have breast cancer, he explains the two main options for women who are trying to decide if reconstructive breast surgery is right…
The recovery from breast cancer surgery can be both physically and emotionally exhausting for Los Angeles County patients. There are some side effects of this surgery, such as nausea and vomiting, as well as the physical recovery that patients must endure. In addition to coping with the recovery process, Glendora patients also are concerned with…
Los Angeles County women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer often immediately start thinking about their treatment options, and many times that include a surgical procedure. For some women, opting to have the lump removed is the best choice. However other San Dimas women feel that a double mastectomy is the safest option for…