Know breast cancer | HCAH

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Know Breast Cancer
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Symptoms

• Since early detection is a pre requisite, here
  are a few early signs that must be known to every
  woman.
• a) A lump or mass of tissue
• b) Any sagging or dimpling of the skin
• c) Fluid from the nipple or a
• d) Red patch of skin

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These signs are suggestive of breast cancer
though not confirmatory. A physical examination
by a practiced and licensed medical officer and
mammography is required to confirm the same.

• A number of hard hitting facts predispose women
  towards breast cancer. These include-
• a) Age- Present data suggest that younger women
  are now at a greater risk of getting this disease
  than their older counterparts. Also, once
  affected the cancer progresses rapidly in younger
  women.
• b) Smoking and drinking- women who cant get past
  a day without a drag and a drink should know this
  that they have a higher chance of getting breast
  cancer.

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• c) Breast implants put women at a greater risk of
  getting cancer.
• d) Obesity increases the risk of one getting
  breast cancer.
• e) Avoid all forms of pollution it can be one
  factor increasing the risk of cancer.

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• Incorporating some lifestyle changes would be
  good and proves to be a right way to prevent the
  incidence of breast cancer among women.
• Since Breast cancer has become so widespread, it
  is important to know how to self-examine. Looking
  for any symptoms mentioned above can save you
  from getting this cancer. This examination should
  be done timely and in different positions-

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• a) Standing straight and looking in the mirror
  with both your arms on your hips.
• b) Raising your arms above and looking for
  symptoms.
• c) Sitting down and noticing any white/yellow
  fluid coming out.
• d) Lying down

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Prevention

• There is no sure way to prevent cancer but there
  are things that women can do to reduce their risk
  of getting breast cancer. By changing risk
  factors that are under your control such as
  exercising regularly, limiting consumption of
  alcohol and staying at a healthy weight, you can
  decrease your risk. Breast feeding for several
  months may also reduce breast cancer risk. If you
  notice any symptom then you should pay a visit to
  the doctor without any delay.
• A lot can be achieved with simple precautions and
  early detection so lets get together in this
  endeavor to spread awareness among women and help
  prevent this incapacitating disease.

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