I just received an email from a very dear friend of mine about a young lady, my age - maybe a little younger. She had breast cancer about 7 years ago or so and has recently been diagnosed with IBC = Inflamitory Breast Cancer. See link  http://ww3.komotv.com/global/video/popup/pop_player.asp?ClipID1=785456 I thought I would share this with you all so that you will know more about this type of Breast Cancer, as apparently, this type of breast cancer isn't even discussed on the Susan Komen website (as stated in the news report in the link). So, please take some time and watch this video and please forward to your loved ones and friends. Everyone should know.

Inflammatory breast cancer is an uncommon type of breast cancer in which breast cancer cells block the lymph vessels in the skin of the breast. This blockage may cause the breast to become red, swollen, and warm. The skin of the breast may also appear pink, purple, or bruised, and it may have ridges or appear pitted, like the skin of an orange (called peau d'orange). These changes often occur quickly over a period of weeks. Another possible sign of this type of breast cancer is swollen lymph nodes under the arm, above the collarbone, or in both places. Often, a tumor cannot be felt, and may not be seen on a mammogram. The diagnosis of inflammatory breast cancer is based on the results of the biopsy and the doctor’s clinical judgment. http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Sites-Types/IBC