Breast Cancer Facts Myths and Facts 1. Myths- I don’t have a family history of breast cancer, so I am not at risk. Facts- Most women who develop breast cancer have no family history of the disease. You may have heard about other risk factors, such as having someone in your family with breast cancer or having an inherited breast cancer gene. But the truth is that most women with breast cancer don’t have these other risk factors. All women are at risk for breast cancer and your risk only increases as you get older. 2. Myths- I am too young to worry about breast cancer. Facts- Except for certain types of skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer diagnosed in women of all ages. Although the most confirmed and noteworthy risk factors for developing breast cancer are gender and growing older, younger women diagnosed with breast cancer often experience a more aggressive cancer and a lower chance of survival. The breast tissue of younger women is thicker than that of older women and can make diagnosis difficult. Because of this, it is vital that women begin monthly breast self examinations at age 20, so that you can become familiar with how your breasts look and how they feel, thereby making it easier for you to notice any changes.
Posted on: Sat, 13 Sep 2014 16:36:24 +0000
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