Why awareness of breast cancer is vital?
In this Breast cancer awareness article I will discuss Breast cancer risk factors, types, warning signs, prevention, and treatment. It is among the top prevalent cancer among Indian women, accounting for 26.3 percent of all cancers that women suffer. It is generally avoidable and treatable if it is detected early enough, but 60 percent of cases of breast cancer in India are detected in advanced stages.
Is breast cancer a form of cancer?
Breast cancer is mostly a concern for women, however, it may occasionally affect men as well.
Breast cancer risk factors
Did you know who the breast cancer patients are?
Certain environmental, genetic, and personal influences can play a role in the growth of breast cancer.
A woman who is overweight with a strong family background, who has prolonged menstrual cycles [ early menstrual cycles (before the age of 12) and late menopausal ( after the age of 55)] or had a child within 30 years of age is more at chance of developing breast cancer
Breast cancer types
Breast cancer is a variety of forms
Breast cancer could be
Invasive (invades the tissue around it or spreads out)
Non-invasive or carcinoma-in-situ (confined to lobules and ducts)
Warning signs of Breast cancer
- A lump that is not painful close to the breasts which are different from the rest of breast tissue is probably the most frequent indication. Other symptoms could include:
- The sensation of the breasts, their shape or contour, or in the size (affected breast getting larger)
- Skin texture changes (thickening or scaly) and inflamed or redness, ulceration puckering or the appearance of dimpling)
- The appearance or position of the Nipple
- Retracted, inverted, or diverted
- The nipple is covered in a rash.
- Nipple discharge (blood-stained/ clear fluid)
- Incessant pain in the breast or underarm
Also Read: Common Risks For Developing Breast Cancer
The treatment of breast cancer
Diagnostic evaluation is based on symptoms as well as a medical examination. imaging tests ( Mammography and the breast Ultrasound scan) and biopsy to conduct a microscopic examination. The treatment is comprised of chemotherapy, surgery, hormonal therapy, and radiotherapy in the early stages. Palliative treatment is offered for advanced diseases to extend survival and improve the quality of life.
Tips for Breast Cancer Prevention
Rapid detection by screening is the foundation of protecting yourself from breast cancer. It involves the self-examination ( be aware of any changes in the shape or feeling on your breasts), clinical examination by your doctor to identify lumps or nodes as well as mammography(get an initial scan when you are 35 years old and every year at the age of 40)
Screening tests for breast cancer
1) Keep exercising regularly to keep your weight in check and help reduce stress
2) You should breastfeed at least for one an entire year (breastfeeding reduces the cancer risk)
3) Avoid drinking and smoking cigarettes.
Lifestyle modifications and early detection via screening and treatment can be extremely effective to stop cancer and increase the chances of survival and improve outcomes. The only thing we require in order to be aware of breast cancer in order to help save lives before cancer takes in
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About Docor
Dr. Azhar Alam
MBBS (Honours), MRCS A (UK),
DNB General Surgery
FIAGES (Gastro Intestinal Surgery)
FMAS (Minimal Access Surgery),
MNAMS (New Delhi)
Consultant Gastrointestinal, Advanced Laparoscopic and Laser Surgeon
Assistant Professor of Surgery, KPC Medical College and Hospital
