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Interview with Patty Brisben, CEO and founder of Pure Romance Inc.
October is Breast Cancer month and what better way to acknowledge this through an Interview with Patty Brisben, CEO and founder of Pure Romance Inc., one of the world’s leading and fastest growing woman-to-woman direct sellers of relationship and intimacy aids.
Patty’s inspirational success story and demonstrated commitment to the important issues facing women today, has led her to become a highly noted and frequently called upon expert in the fields of women’s intimacy and relationships, as well as sexual health education and awareness. Her notable work has put her in the national spotlight, with appearances on “The View”, CNN, Vh1 and numerous profiles in leading business publications, including Forbes and Entrepreneur. Brisben has written an e-book ‘Sexy Ever After’ which deals very knowledgeably with the issue of intimacy for women who are dealing with cancer or who are survivors of the disease.
We interview this very knowledgeable and inspirational woman; thank you to Patty Brisben as well as the SHE Department from Pure Romance for taking the time out to answer our Questions.
Monthly breast self-exams are an option for all women beginning by age 20. Women who regularly examine their breasts become more aware of how their breasts normally feel. They are more likely to notice changes - including masses or lumps - that could be early signs of cancer. It is best to check about a week after your period, when breasts are not swollen or tender. If you no longer have a period, examine yourself on the same day every month. If you see or feel a change in your breasts, see your doctor immediately. However, remember, most of the time breast changes are not cancer.
Lumps, dimpling, discharge; changes in contour, swelling, changes in nipple appearance or breast appearance are signs to look out for.
Women 40 years and older should get a mammogram every 1 to 2 years.
Women who have had breast cancer or other breast problems or who have a family history of breast cancer might need to start getting mammograms before age 40, or they might need to get them more often. Talk to your doctor about when to start and how often you should have a mammogram.
If you have a screening test result that suggests cancer, your doctor must find out whether it is due to cancer or to some other cause. Your doctor may ask about your personal and family medical history. You may have a physical exam.
Chances are your Doctor will order some of these tests:
Breast cancer can intensify whatever patterns of communication existed in your relationship before. If you and your partner have always been able to talk through difficult issues, that ability will probably work well for you now. If open communication has been difficult, you might need to do some extra work to talk about cancer and what it means for your relationship and your household. Here are some tips that can help you with communication.
You may want to redifine your sexuality, starting with re-focusing on areas that are still very sensual, but may not be as overt as the breast. You can try using products like Pure Romance’s Dust Me Pink to highlight all the areas that you want to be caressed or kissed. The keys to feeling good about yourself are to focus on your positive features. Talk to your partner about what feels good and about any new activities that you may want to try instead of starting a sexual script that begins with the breast.
Yes, here are some resources:
http://www.womanspersonalhealth.com/
http://www.mastectomyshop.com/
http://www.parkmastectomy.com/
(I am not sure about shipping to SA though.)
Breast reconstruction is a type of surgery for women who have had a breast removed (mastectomy). The surgery rebuilds the breast so that it is about the same size and shape as it was before. The nipple and the darker area around the nipple (areola) can also be added. Most women who have had a mastectomy can have reconstruction. Women who have had only the part of the breast around the cancer removed (lumpectomy) may not need reconstruction. Today, more women with breast cancer choose surgery that removes only part of the breast tissue.This may be called breast conservation surgery, lumpectomy, or segmental mastectomy. However, some women have a mastectomy, which means the entire breast is removed. Many women who have a mastectomy choose reconstructive surgery to rebuild the shape and look of the breast.
If you are thinking about having reconstructive surgery, it is a good idea to talk about it with your surgeon and a plastic surgeon experienced in breast reconstruction before your mastectomy. This lets the surgical teams plan the treatment that is best for you, even if you want to wait and have reconstructive surgery later.
Fortunately, women with breast cancer today have an overwhelming array of options, from wigs and scarves to specialty bras and swimsuits, designed with their needs in mind.
The Pure Romance Pink Ribbon line which are original formulas that are safe for even the most sensative woman, or woman going through cancer diagnosis and treatment. Some of our product range would include Fresh start; Whipped and 52 Weeks of Naughty Night but to name a few, however visit www.pureromance.co.za to find out more.
Some women find that they do best when using products that do not have any added flavors or fragrances as their skin tissue is more sensative when undergoing cancer treatment.
For more information, please visit www.pureromance.co.za.
We interview this very knowledgeable and inspirational woman; thank you to Patty Brisben as well as the SHE Department from Pure Romance for taking the time out to answer our Questions.
Firstly, how do women examine their Breasts when looking for any signs of Breast Cancer?
Monthly breast self-exams are an option for all women beginning by age 20. Women who regularly examine their breasts become more aware of how their breasts normally feel. They are more likely to notice changes - including masses or lumps - that could be early signs of cancer. It is best to check about a week after your period, when breasts are not swollen or tender. If you no longer have a period, examine yourself on the same day every month. If you see or feel a change in your breasts, see your doctor immediately. However, remember, most of the time breast changes are not cancer.
What are the first signs to look for when examining your Breasts?
Lumps, dimpling, discharge; changes in contour, swelling, changes in nipple appearance or breast appearance are signs to look out for.
When does a woman need to start having Mammograms? How often is this needed?
Women 40 years and older should get a mammogram every 1 to 2 years.
Women who have had breast cancer or other breast problems or who have a family history of breast cancer might need to start getting mammograms before age 40, or they might need to get them more often. Talk to your doctor about when to start and how often you should have a mammogram.
When a being diagnosed with Breast Cancer – what are the first steps? Does it depend at what stage the cancer is regarding Radiation?
If you have a screening test result that suggests cancer, your doctor must find out whether it is due to cancer or to some other cause. Your doctor may ask about your personal and family medical history. You may have a physical exam.
Chances are your Doctor will order some of these tests:
- Diagnostic mammogram, to focus on a specific area of the breast
- Ultrasound, an imaging test that uses sound waves to create a picture of your breast. The pictures may show whether a lump is solid or filled with fluid. A cyst is a fluid-filled sac. Cysts are not cancer. However, a solid mass may be cancer. After the test, your doctor can store the pictures on video or print them out. This exam may be used along with a mammogram.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which uses a powerful magnet linked to a computer. MRI makes detailed pictures of breast tissue. Your doctor can view these pictures on a monitor or print them on film. MRI may be used along with a mammogram.
- Biopsy, a test in which fluid or tissue is removed from your breast to help find out if there is cancer. Your doctor may refer you to a surgeon or to a doctor who is an expert in breast disease for a biopsy.
How does one communicate this diagnosis with your partner? What are your tips to ensure that communication is effective? She will no doubt need a lot of support from her partner, friends and family.
Breast cancer can intensify whatever patterns of communication existed in your relationship before. If you and your partner have always been able to talk through difficult issues, that ability will probably work well for you now. If open communication has been difficult, you might need to do some extra work to talk about cancer and what it means for your relationship and your household. Here are some tips that can help you with communication.
- Involve them in medical appointments
- Be clear about your needs
- Ask your partner what he or she needs
- Schedule time alone for just the two of you
- Accept the fact that you may have different coping styles
- Figure out what adjustments will be needed in the household and then ask for help together.
- Get professional help if you need it.
If one, or both breasts have to be removed; what are your suggestions regarding intimacy with your Partner after the surgery? {Post Cancer}
You may want to redifine your sexuality, starting with re-focusing on areas that are still very sensual, but may not be as overt as the breast. You can try using products like Pure Romance’s Dust Me Pink to highlight all the areas that you want to be caressed or kissed. The keys to feeling good about yourself are to focus on your positive features. Talk to your partner about what feels good and about any new activities that you may want to try instead of starting a sexual script that begins with the breast.
Does the Underwear industry cater for Post Cancer Survivors regarding Bra’s?
Yes, here are some resources:
http://www.womanspersonalhealth.com/
http://www.mastectomyshop.com/
http://www.parkmastectomy.com/
(I am not sure about shipping to SA though.)
Is it advisable to have Breast Reconstruction done after Breast Cancer? How long after and what is all involved?
Breast reconstruction is a type of surgery for women who have had a breast removed (mastectomy). The surgery rebuilds the breast so that it is about the same size and shape as it was before. The nipple and the darker area around the nipple (areola) can also be added. Most women who have had a mastectomy can have reconstruction. Women who have had only the part of the breast around the cancer removed (lumpectomy) may not need reconstruction. Today, more women with breast cancer choose surgery that removes only part of the breast tissue.This may be called breast conservation surgery, lumpectomy, or segmental mastectomy. However, some women have a mastectomy, which means the entire breast is removed. Many women who have a mastectomy choose reconstructive surgery to rebuild the shape and look of the breast.
If you are thinking about having reconstructive surgery, it is a good idea to talk about it with your surgeon and a plastic surgeon experienced in breast reconstruction before your mastectomy. This lets the surgical teams plan the treatment that is best for you, even if you want to wait and have reconstructive surgery later.
What are your top tips for ‘Dressing up’ your Hair post Radiation?
Fortunately, women with breast cancer today have an overwhelming array of options, from wigs and scarves to specialty bras and swimsuits, designed with their needs in mind.
What kinds of products are safe to use in the bedroom if you either have Cancer or are a survivor?
The Pure Romance Pink Ribbon line which are original formulas that are safe for even the most sensative woman, or woman going through cancer diagnosis and treatment. Some of our product range would include Fresh start; Whipped and 52 Weeks of Naughty Night but to name a few, however visit www.pureromance.co.za to find out more.
What products do you not recommend under the above conditions?
Some women find that they do best when using products that do not have any added flavors or fragrances as their skin tissue is more sensative when undergoing cancer treatment.
For more information, please visit www.pureromance.co.za.
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