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There are things you should know to understand
what breast cancer is, know your chances for
getting it, and how to find it early. Finding breast
cancer early is critical because when it is found
early, it is easier to treat. Read to learn more about
the common symptoms of breast cancer and the
best way many women find breast cancer early.
What is breast cancer?
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer
among women, after skin cancer. It is a disease in
which cells in the breast grow out of control.
Cancer cells can also spread, or metastasize, to
other parts of the body.<\/p>\n
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What symptoms should I look for?
Some warning signs of breast cancer are:
\u2022 New lump in the breast or underarm (armpit).
\u2022 Thickening or swelling of part of the breast.
\u2022 Irritation or dimpling of breast skin.
\u2022 Redness or flaky skin in the nipple area or the\u00a0breast.<\/p>\n
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\u2022 Pulling in of the nipple.
\u2022 Nipple discharge other than breast milk, including blood.
\u2022 Any change in the size or shape of the breast.
\u2022 Pain in the breast.
These symptoms can happen with other conditions that are not cancer. If you notice any of these\u00a0symptoms, talk to your health care provider right away.<\/p>\n
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What can I do to find breast cancer early?<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/healthfairsdirect.com\/website\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/breast-cancer-2.jpg” title_text=”breast-cancer-2″ _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that most women who are at average risk and are 50 to 74 years old, get\u00a0one every 2 years. USPSTF recommendations state that women with a parent, sibling, or child with breast\u00a0cancer are at a higher risk for breast cancer and may benefit from beginning screening in their 40s.\u00a0Weighing the benefits and risks of screening is important when considering your screening options. If\u00a0you\u2019re 40 to 49 years old, talk to your health care provider about when to start screening.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”2px|||||”]<\/p>\n Are you concerned that you cannot afford to have a [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.3″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n One of the most important things you can do to lower your risk of breast cancer, is to know your\u00a0risk of breast cancer. Talk to your doctor about what that means for you.\u00a0Your doctor will consider factors that cannot be changed like:<\/p>\n \u2022 Your personal history of breast problems. 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Breast cancer screening involves checking a woman\u2019s\u00a0breasts for cancer before there are signs or symptoms\u00a0of the disease.\u00a0Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that most women who are at average risk and are 50 to 74 years old, get\u00a0one every 2 years. USPSTF recommendations state that women with a parent, sibling, or child with breast\u00a0cancer are at a higher risk for breast cancer and may benefit from beginning screening in their 40s.\u00a0Weighing the benefits and risks of screening is important when considering your screening options. If\u00a0you\u2019re 40 to 49 years old, talk to your health care provider about when to start screening.\u00a0A mammogram is an X-ray picture of the breast.\u00a0Doctors use a mammogram to look for early signs of\u00a0breast cancer. The United States Preventive Services<\/p>\nTask Force (USPSTF)<\/h2>\n
mammogram?
Most health insurance plans cover the cost of screening
mammograms. If you have a low income or do not have
insurance, you may qualify for a free or low-cost mammogram
through CDC\u2019s National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early
Detection Program.<\/p>\n
Detection Program
To learn more about the program,
call (800) CDC-INFO or visit
www.cdc.gov\/cancer\/nbccedp\/<\/p>\nWhat can I do to lower my chance of getting breast cancer?\u00a0<\/h2>\n
\u2022 Your family\u2019s history of breast cancer.
\u2022 Your breast density (the amount of connective and fatty tissue in your breasts).
\u2022 Your age. Most breast cancers are found after age 50.
\u2022 Your menstrual and childbirth history.
\u2022 Your history of radiation treatment therapy to the chest or breasts.
\u2022 If you took the drug diethylstilbestrol (DES), which was given to some pregnant women in the\u00a0United States between 1940 and 1971 to prevent miscarriage, you have a higher risk. Women\u00a0whose mothers took DES while pregnant with them are also at higher risk.
\u2022 If you or close family members have known mutations (changes) in your breast cancer genes\u00a0(BRCA1 or BRCA2). Women who have inherited these genetic changes are at higher risk of breast
and ovarian cancer. You will only know if you have a mutation if you have had genetic testing.\u00a0Even in the absence of having abnormal genes when tested, it is important to know your family\u00a0history; we don\u2019t know all the genes that cause breast cancer.\u00a0Your doctor will also consider factors that can be changed like:
\u2022 Any hormone replacement use<\/p>\nHere are some things you can do to reduce your\u00a0chance of getting breast cancer:<\/h2>\n
\u2022 Keep a healthy weight.
\u2022 Engage in regular physical activity.
\u2022 Don\u2019t drink alcohol, or limit alcoholic drinks to no\u00a0more than one per day.<\/h4>\n