Inflammatory breast cancer is a comparatively rare--but deadly--form of breast cancer. It occurs when cancer cells block lymph vessels in the breast. Inflammatory breast cancer spreads faster than other forms of breast cancer, which makes it so deadly, so it's important to know the signs of the disease.
Inflammation
The most significant signs of inflammatory breast cancer include swelling and warmth in the breast, and changes in skin color, such as redness, bruising, or a red-purple or pink tint to the skin.
Skin Texture
The skin on the breast may also become ridged or pitted, like the skin of an orange, because of built-up fluid in the breast.
Other Symptoms
Other symptoms of inflammatory breast cancer include a burning, heavy or aching sensation, tenderness and increased breast size. The nipple may also invert.
Lymph Nodes
Swollen lymph nodes can also be a sign of inflammatory breast cancer, although this symptom by itself can be a sign of numerous other medical conditions.
Time Frame
Symptoms of inflammatory breast cancer show up comparatively quickly--over a few weeks or a few months.
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