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What is Breast Cancer?

Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant cells form in the tissues of the breast.  Today, a diagnosis of breast cancer is not always a sentence of death.  It is a different disease in different women, different age groups and can have different cell populations within the tumor itself.  In general, it is a disease that is much more aggressive in younger women.

Studies show women in the United States get breast cancer more than any other type of cancer except for skin cancer.  It is second to lung cancer as a cause of death in women.  However, breast cancer is not exclusive to women.  Men can also develop breast cancer.  The evaluation of men with breast masses is similar to that in women, and includes the mammography.

Risk Factors

Researchers and Breast Cancer Specialists, "noone" knows the exact causes of breast cancer.   Research has shown that women with certain risk factors are more likely than others to develop the disease.  Below is a list of some of those risk factors:

• Older age - usually over age sixty-five
• Early onset of menses or late menopause
• Diets high in saturated fat
• Older age at birth of first child or never having given birth
• A personal history of breast cancer or benign (noncancer) breast disease
• A family history, particularly a mother or sister
• Treatment with radiation therapy to the breast/chest
• Breast tissue that is dense on a mammogram
• Taking hormones such as estrogen and progesterone
• Obesity
• Moderate alcoholic intake - more than 2 drinks per day

The understanding of breast cancer, how to live with and fight it is one of the first and biggest steps you can take toward wellness.   If you are a patient, a loved one, a care giver, or just someone wanting to better understand breast cancer disease, this web site can provide you with a resource toward that goal.  Our authors are from all around the world sharing their knowledge, experiences and expertise about breast cancer disease.  It is our hope the contents is helpful and that you will visit our pages often as there will be new content added continually.

The internet provides a wonderful resource for anyone looking for information.  Learn about the treatment options available, screening and prevention methods and the different types of breast cancer.  We come across many articles relating to "Breast Cancer" and when we feel it is appropriate we like to republish these on the "Breast Cancer Articles" web site.

Important Disclaimer:  The articles are for educational purposes only.  They are not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care.  You should not use the information in the articles to diagnose or treat any health problem or illness.   Please consult a doctor with any questions or concerns you might have regarding any kind of a health problem.

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