What is it?
False: anyone with breast tissue can get it, including men.
What might a lump under the arm indicate?
A potential tumor or abnormal tissue growth
Are women or men more likely to get breast cancer?
Women
Which stage is non-invasive and confined to breast ducts?
Stage 0.
Name 2 types of therapy for breast cancer.
Chemotherapy, Radiation therapy, Immunotherapy, Hormone therapy, Targeted therapy
Name 2 types of people breast cancer can affect.
Men, Women, or anybody with breast tissue.
What skin changes might appear on the breast?
Flaking, peeling, crusting, or color changes.
True or False: Having a family history of breast cancer does not put someone at a risk for developing the disease.
False
In which stage does cancer begin to spread to nearby tissue?
Stage l.
Name 2 types of tests for breast cancer.
Breast ultrasound, Physical examinations, Mammograms, Breast MRI scan, Breast biopsy, Immunohistochemistry, Genetic tests that identify mutations
What happens in the body when someone develops breast cancer?
Cancerous cells multiply in breast tissue and form tumors.
What does an irregular or thickened area of skin suggest?
Possibly the presence of a tumor.
Name 3 causes of Breast Cancer.
Old Age, Gender, Family History, Genetics, Smoking, Radiation Exposure, Drinking Alcohol
When do tumors form that are 2-5 cm and may affect lymph nodes?
Stage ll.
What surgery removes the breast?
Mastectomy
What age group is breast cancer most common?
Typically women over 50.
What are some visual signs that could be a possible warning?
Changes in size or shape of the breast.
At what age are people at a higher risk of getting breast cancer?
55 or older
Which stage is known as "locally advanced breast cancer"?
Stage lll.
What surgery removes the tumor from the breast?
Lumpectomy
What percentage of breast cancer cases are invasive?
Around 80%
What color changes may appear on darker skin tones?
Red, purple, or simply darker.
What percentage of those with breast cancer developed it because of inherited gene mutations?
15%
What happens in Stage lV?
Cancer spreads to distant organs like liver, lungs, bones, or even the brain.
What surgery rebuilds the breast after it is removed?
Breast Reconstruction