The Most Common Risks for Developing Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Awareness Month was established in 1985, was created to empower and educate women to be in control of their breast health, and to be advocates for themselves and co-workers. Since its inception, both men as well as women wear pink ribbons to recognize those who have beaten breast cancer, encourage those fighting this disease and remember the victims each year. In this blog we discuss about the Common Risks for Developing Breast Cancer.
Breast Cancer: The Basics
Your breasts look beautiful However, they’re not only for display. They’re intricate parts of your anatomy that have an important function. Alongside the muscles and fat which give breasts their shape, there’s a complex system of glands and ducts that are devoted to producing, carrying and dispensing milk.
Most breast cancers develop when breast cancer cells increase in size creating tiny, hard lumps inside the soft and spongy breast tissue.
The doctor you consult with may detect early signs of breast cancer through a routine breast exam or a special machine known as mammogram. Regularly checking your breasts is essential since breast cancer can develop and spread to lymph nodes and other parts part of the body.
A little over one-in-eight females will develop breast cancer every year. With the help of advances in treatments, the mortality rate has decreased by 1.3 per year over 2013 to 2017. One of the most important aspects to beating cancer is finding it early. That’s why getting it diagnosed as soon as you can is the most effective option to avoid any complications.
Also Read: Awareness Of Breast Cancer Is Vital
The risk factors that can cause breast cancer
Apart from self-exams for breasts, a key factor to detecting cancer in the early stages or avoiding it entirely is knowing risks. Below are the top commonly used danger factors to be aware of for breast cancer.
Getting older
As you get older as you age, so does the chance of developing breast cancer. In reality, the majority of breast cancers are found by women who are over 50 years old of age.
Genetic predisposition
Certain genetic mutations that, when present in your DNA make you more susceptible to develop cancer. There are a few tests you can conduct to determine if you or someone close to you has the gene.
Health history of the individual
Your health history can have huge influence on the likelihood of you developing breast cancer.
If, for instance, you began your menstrual cycle prior to the age of 12 or if you began menopausal at age 55, your chances increase.
Other factors relating to your personal health and lifestyle that can increase the risk of breast cancer are:
- A prior breast cancer or diagnosis of breast disease
- The previous treatment with radiation
- First pregnancy after age 30
- It is not recommended to breastfeed.
- Afraid of carrying a full-term baby
- Being overweight or obese
- Inactivity and lack of physical fitness
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- You are not in control of certain risks, however others are in your control to alter.
Family history
If breast cancer is prevalent in within your family members, it’s probably to contract it as well.
The breast anatomy
If your breasts are a bit droopy then you are more likely for breast cancer to develop and grow. Additionally, breasts with dense tissue contain more connective tissue and fat that can make tumors that are cancerous difficult to spot through a mammogram or exam.
We believe that real wellness encompasses all aspects of your mind, body, and soul, which is why we treat you from head-to-toe and from the inside out. We’re committed to bringing awareness to a condition which affects a lot of women each year.
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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
