Breast Cancer Facts
what is breast cancer?
Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that affects the breast.
Can you get Breast Cancer even if it doesn't run in your family?
Yes. 85% of women diagnosed with breast cancer have no family history of the disease.
Can men get Breast Cancer?
Yes. More than 2,500 men are diagnosed with breast cancer every year.
If a women is a close blood relative of a cancer patient, is she at a higher risk of getting cancer?
Yes. Having a first degree relative with breast cancer almost DOUBLES a woman's risk.
Is Breast Cancer the first or second most leading cause of cancer death in women?
Second most leading cancer cause of death after skin cancer.
Can antiperspirants cause Breast Cancer?
No. There is no evidence that the chemicals in the products can cause the disease.
Most breast lumps aren't cancer?
True. If you find one on your chest, it can just be fluid-filled sacs called cysts or a buildup of scar-like tissue. To be cautious, it is important to have a doctor examine it further.
What is the main risk of getting Breast Cancer?
Being a woman. One in 8 women in the U.S will get the disease in their lifetime.
What is the best way to find Breast Cancer early?
Getting a Mammogram. Regular Mammograms lower chances of dying from the disease. It can find the cancer before you can feel or have symptoms.
How many minutes, on average, is a women diagnosed with Breast Cancer in the U.S?
What is the estimate of new cases of breast cancer in women?
The American Cancer Society estimates about 252,710 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in women.
Can men get cancer? If your answer is yes, what percent do men make up of patients with breast cancer?
What is an additional risk of Breast Cancer?
Age. The older you get, the more at risk you become.
What is the survival rate of women today thanks to early detection?
The survival rate of women with Breast Cancer today is about 90%.
What race is at a higher risk of getting Breast Cancer?
African American women have a higher risk of getting Breast Cancer before the age of 40.
What is the number of new cases of Breast Cancer in men?
The number of new cases for breast cancer in men is 2,470 in the U.S.
What is the approximate survival rate because of early detection?
~95%
What can you not do before going to a Mammogram?
Put deodorant on. Some deodorants have aluminum that can show up on the x-ray images as white spots.
What is the percent of Breast Cancer cases diagnosed at a stage where there is no sign the cancer has spread outside of breast?
64%.
How many women have survived Breast Cancer in the U.S?
3.5 million women have survived Breast Cancer in the U.S.
What mutation do 55 to 65% of women who have Breast cancer inherit?
A harmful BRCA1 mutation.
What is the best way to find breast cancer early? And how often should it be done/used?
A MAMMOGRAM. Once a year!
What can slightly reduce the overall risk of breast cancer?
Breastfeeding can reduce the risk of Breast Cancer by 4.3 percent for every 12 months of breastfeeding.
What is a breast biopsy?
A medical procedure that involves removing a small sample of breast tissue for examination under a microscope.
What can reduce the cancer risk of women who are all body types?
Exercise can reduce the risk of women all body types from getting Breast Cancer.