Early Detection
Breast cancer is much easier to treat and has much better survival rates when caught in its early stages. That’s why getting regular screenings is an important part of women and men’s healthcare.
According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. Early detection includes doing monthly breast self-exams, and scheduling regular clinical breast exams and mammograms. It is recommend to learn more about breast self examination to increase chances for early detection.
Risk Factors
The risk factors include:
Family history
Hormonal changes
Age -at more risk after 40 years of age
Personal history of breast cancer: A cancer in one breast increases the chances of having cancer in the other breast
Lifestyle, including excess of alcohol consumption
Environmental factors, including exposure to radiations
Obesity and over weight
Menarche: having periods at younger age and menopause at an older age
Pregnancy: Becoming pregnant at an older age or never being pregnant
Hormone use, including long-term contraceptive use or postmenopausal Hormone therapy
Breast Self Exam
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