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All women can get breast cancer. Although the causes of breast cancer are still unknown, there are some factors that may increase a woman's chances of getting the disease:
- Getting older – Most women are diagnosed when they are 50 years of age or older
- Having a first menstrual period at a young age (younger than 12 years)
- Starting menopause at an older age (older than 55 years)
- Never giving birth, or giving birth to a first child after age 30
- Not breastfeeding
- Having had breast cancer or some non-cancerous breast diseases
- Having a close family member (parent, sibling, child) who has had breast cancer, especially at an early age
- Having certain gene mutations such as BRCA 1 or BRCA 2
- Being overweight or obese
- Drinking alcohol
- Not getting enough exercise
- Exposure to high levels of ionizing radiation to the chest area early in life
- Long-term use of hormone replacement therapy
- Even if women have one or more of these risk factors, it does not mean they will get breast cancer. Also, many women who get breast cancer do not have any risk factors. This is why screening is important for all women.
- Women with a personal or family history (close family relative) of breast cancer may want to consider genetic counselling to find out if they are at greater risk for getting the disease.
- While very rare, it is possible for men to get breast cancer.
You should openly discuss your health with your doctor. It is necessary to be aware of your body and take care of it. Follow your doctor’s advice and go for regular tests. If you know someone diagnosed with breast cancer, consult the best doctors for breast cancer treatment Ahmedabad and give them your support and motivation to recover from it.
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