What is breast cancer?
Breast cancer is an abnormal growth of breast cells. These abnormal breast cells can grow into surrounding tissues or spread to distant areas of the body.
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Signs and Symptoms
New lump or thickening in the breast
Dimples in the breast
Enlarged lymph nodes or a lump in the armpit
Discharge from the nipples
Pitting of the skin (looks like the skin of an orange)
Nipple turns inwards into the breast
Risk Factors
Modifiable risk factors
Non-modifiable risk factors
Lack of physical activity
Family medical History
Being obese
Getting older
Excessive use of alcohol
Changes in BRCA1 BRCA 2 genes
High fat intake (Unhealthy diet)
History of breast disease
Late menopause (after 55 years)
Early menstruation (before the age of 12)
Long term use of hormone replacement therapy
Having first child after the age of 35
Never had childbirth
Please note:
Having above risk factor does not mean that you must have breast cancer – it only means that your risk of developing breast cancer may be higher than average and you should seek further medical advice from your doctor.
Screening Tests
Preventive Measures
Do regular exercise (30 min every day)
No alcohol use
Stop smoking
Breastfeeding
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