What are germ cells?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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Germ cells are cells that create reproductive cells called gametes. Germ cells are located only in the gonads. In females, they are found in the ovaries and in males, in the testes

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5 year survival rate without treatment is 71 percent

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I've noticed some hard, movable lumps in my left breast that hurt when I press them. I've been stressed lately and sometimes my periods are late. There's also some discomfort in my armpit area. Could this be something serious like cancer, or can it be treated with medicines? Would I need surgery for this?

gynaecologist opinion is advised to the patient

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My wife has a single breast fibroadenoma, and we've tried homeopathic treatment, but it hasn't gone away. I'm really stressed out about it. Is there any way to treat this without surgery?

Visit your Physician for appropriate management

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