Definition. 1  A lumpectomy is a type of surgery used to treat breast cancer. 2  Lumpectomy is a surgical treatment for newly diagnosed breast cancer. 3  The extent and severity of a cancer is evaluated or staged according to a fairly complex system.
Common side effects when used by mouth include shortness of breath, headache, numbness, depression, skin dryness, itchiness, hair loss, vomiting, muscle pains, and vision changes. Other severe side effects include high white blood cell counts and blood clots. When used as a cream side effects include skin redness, peeling, and sun sensitivity. Use during pregnancy is known to harm the baby. It is in the retinoid family of medications. Tretinoin was patented in 1957 and approved for medical use in 1962.
Side Effects. Side effects from the use of tretinoin cream may include facial peeling, redness and itch. This cream should be used only on the face. Do not use tretinoin cream if pregnant or planning a pregnancy.This cream will be found in breast milk if used while pregnant or in the time before becoming pregnant.Tretinoin may also cause sun sensitivity and increased risk of sunburn.ide Effects. Side effects from the use of tretinoin cream may include facial peeling, redness and itch. This cream should be used only on the face. Do not use tretinoin cream if pregnant or planning a pregnancy. This cream will be found in breast milk if used while pregnant or in the time before becoming pregnant.