Raipur (thestates.news) Breast cancer is a serious disease that can affect anyone. It is a major global health concern, primarily affecting women. While men can also develop breast cancer, it is much more common in women. Despite this, there is still a lack of awareness about this disease.
To raise awareness about this serious disease, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed every October. On this occasion, Dr. Bharat Bhushan, a cancer specialist at MMI Narayana Hospital, Raipur, explained that there are several risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing breast cancer. Some of these risk factors can be controlled, while others are difficult to manage.
Uncontrollable Risk Factors:
Age: The risk increases after the age of 50.
Gender: Women are more susceptible.
Family history of breast cancer.
Genetic abnormalities: BRCA1 and BRCA2.
Dense breast tissue.
Late menopause: After 55 years.
Early onset of periods: Before the age of 12.
Lifestyle Habits That Increase Risk: Your lifestyle choices can significantly impact your risk of breast cancer. Obesity: Fat tissue produces more oestrogen than other tissues. Excess weight or obesity, especially after menopause, increases the risk. This risk is further elevated by an inactive lifestyle as regular exercise helps balance hormone levels and maintain a healthy weight. Would you like me to add more details, or perhaps focus on a specific aspectof breast cancer, such as prevention or treatment? Here are some additional topics we could explore:
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