What is Breast cancer?

Symptoms of Breast cancer

A big new lump, or changes in breast size or shape, the difference between both breast , pus discharge from the nipple, swelling in the upper apart of the arm , feeling a lump in the breast, swelling in armpit, changes in skin, pimples on both sides of the breast, blood discharge from the breast tingling sensation in breast.

Risk Factors;

• This disease commonly affects women over the age of 50.
• Having a family history of this disease increase the risk .
• Obesity, lake of exercise , and an unhealthy diet.
• Not breastfeeding to children and having late childbirth.
• Starting menstruation before the age of 12.
• Genetics;about 5-10%of cases of inherited, meaning they are caused by gene changes passed down from parents to children , such as mutations in the BRCA1 and BRC2 gense.

Statistics At A Glance(for breast cancer)

• 1 in 8; in united states, about 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime.
• 99% ;Around 99% of breast cancer cases occur in women.
• 5%; Less 5% of cases happen in women under the age of 40.

Preventive measures;

• Balanced diet, eat fruits, vegetables and whole grains
• Limit alcohol; or avoid properly.
• Healthy weight;avoid obesity and prefer regular exercise at home.
• Breastfeeding:if possible , it can slightly reduce risk.
• Self checks: during shower regular check breast for any lumps or changes.
• Know your family history: inform you doctor if breast cancer runs in the family.

Types of breast cancer:

• Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC)This is the most common type. It starts in the milk ducts and then spreads into the nearby breast tissues.
• In Situ(non invasive cancer like, DCIS) This is an early stage of cancer where abnormal cells are found in the milk ducts but have not spread into other breast tissues.
• Invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) This type begin in the milk producing glands ( lobules)and can spread to the other parts of breast.

Awareness:

Understanding how your own brest tissues normally looks and feels helps you notice any new and any unusual changes early, so you immediately inform your special doctor .

Moreever ,Breast cancer can affect men , commonly it is rare 0.5 to 1 percent cases.

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