Ryner Lai, MBBS

Ryner Lai, MBBS is a UK medical graduate who practiced medicine in Malaysia. He has a keen interest in rare diseases, quality of life, and the social drivers of global healthcare inequities. He believes in the power of medical communications to improve clinical decision-making and highlight the patient experience.

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Your guide to breast discharge: a potential sign of breast cancer

Learn more about the different types of breast and nipple discharge and what they may mean for your body and future treatment plans.
Skin changes that may be a sign of breast cancer

Regularly checking the skin on the breasts for any changes is an important part of breast cancer prevention.
Alcohol consumption linked to increased breast cancer risk

A recent study showed alcohol consumption is associated with an increased risk of breast cancer and poorer overall survival outcomes.
How breast cancer treatment can affect bone health

Some breast cancer treatments lower estrogen levels, which can weaken bones and lead to lower bone density.
Patients open to possibility of AI-powered robots in cancer care

Patients with cancer appear to be cautiously open to accepting AI-powered medical robots, provided they are complementary to human-led care.
Is a preventative mastectomy right for me?

Learn more about preventative mastectomies to reduce the risk of breast cancer and if this procedure may be right for you.
Can men be diagnosed with breast cancer?

Learn more about breast cancer in men, including the common signs and symptoms, diagnosis methods and more.
What to expect during a physical breast exam

Learn more about what you can expect from a physical breast exam, including the signs and markers doctors may identify.
How tumor heterogeneity affects breast cancer treatment

Within a single tumor, different cancer cells may exhibit varying growth rates and abilities to metastasize, complicating treatment.
How prior breast cancer treatments affect future treatment options

Learn more about how prior breast cancer treatments can affect the treatments your doctor may recommend in the future.