Breast Cancer Awareness month 🍒
What is breast cancer?
Breast cancer is a malignant condition that develops when abnormal breast tissue cells starts to grow. An abnormal breast tissue cells formed and mulitplied to create a abnormal mass of cells.
⚠️What is the risk factors for developing breast cancer?
Genetics & family history: when a family member (mother, sister, grandmother) had been diagnosed with breast cancer or any other cancers related to female reproductive system (endometrial cancer, cervical cancer)
Previous medical history: when you have been previosuly diagnosed with breast cancer or other gender related cancers.
Age, the risk for breast cancer developing increases with age.
Hormonal changes due to starting menstruation early or late menopause.
Smoking & drinking
Overweight & obesity especially during menopause.
Unactive lifestyle
What is the symptoms? 🔆
A breast lump or thickened area of the skin.
Changes in size, shape or breast form.
Changes in the colour of the breast skin.
Changes in nipple form and colour & abnormal discharge (flattened or turned inward)
Changes in the skin over the breast such as peeling, scaling, flaking iron crusting etc.
What is BRCA❓❓
BRCA stands for BReast CAncer gene. It is a group of genes or gene mutations that shows a relation to an increased risk of developing breast cancer.
Is a person tested positive for the BRCA genes, they should get more regular check ups, mammograms and sonars.
Who should consider testing for the BRCA gene? 🧬
If you have a personal history of breast cancer.
A relative diagnosed with the BRCA gene mutation.
Family members who had breast cancer or other related cancers such as endometrial- or cervical cancer.
🤷♂️Can men get breast cancer?
Yes, although it is less common, men can also develop breast cancer because they also have breast tissue.
The following men are at higher risk:
Men taking estrogen supplementation
BRCA positive test
Family history
Obesity
Next up: How do I do a breast self exam? Testing? How often should I get checkups?Does contraceptive/historectomies/hormone therapy put me at risk? 🤷♀️
🚨IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: please notice 🚨
The information provided in this post is for general information purposes only. Do not consider this a medical diagnosis or medical advice. Please seek first the medical specialty of your designated physician or healthcare provider about medical conditions and concerns.
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