Do not ignore small lump in the breast, with this new technology of vacuum the disease will be caught at the initial stage.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Detecting any kind of lump in the breast can be stressful for any woman. The first concern is always whether it is cancer? In olden times, on hearing the name of biopsy, the thought of surgery and stitches came to mind, but now times have changed. Modern medical science has found a way in the form of ‘Vacuum-Assisted Breast Biopsy’ (VABB) which is very accurate and easy. After all, what is this ‘Vacuum Biopsy’? You should understand it like this. Generally, when the doctor suspects that the lump may be cancerous, he takes out a sample of it and sends it to the lab for testing. In the old technique, sometimes a complete sample could not be obtained or major surgery had to be done. But in VABB vacuum i.e. ‘stretch’ technology is used. In this, many small tissue samples are easily taken out from inside the lump with the help of a small needle. Why is this technique so special? Early Detection: This technique can also identify those very small lumps or calcium deposits (Microcalcifications), which are not clearly visible in normal ultrasound or mammography. If cancer is caught at ‘Stage 0’ or early level, the chances of success of treatment increase significantly. No stitches, no incision: In this entire procedure, only a very small needle-like hole is left on the breast. No major cuts are made, so no stitches are required. Short recovery time and quick recovery: The entire process takes just 15 to 20 minutes. The patient does not need to be admitted to the hospital and can go home the same day to do her work. Who should get this test done? Doctors usually recommend it to those women whose mammography shows very small spots or lumps. Many times, this technique is also used to remove non-cancerous lumps (Fibroadenoma) so that the problem can be eliminated from its roots without any surgery or scars. An important advice: The biggest weapon to fight breast cancer is ‘information’ and ‘timely checkup’. Regular checkup is very important after the age of 40. If you feel any unusual change or lump, do not be afraid. Talk to your doctor about this and take help of modern technologies. Remember, timely advice can save your life.