Breast cancer is a disease that cuts across the sex divides affecting millions of women and men around the world. According to estimation made by the American Cancer Society for the year 2020, it was estimated that 276480 women in the United States and 2650 men would be newly diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. This disease is highly preventable, and its early identification is extremely important when it comes to the treatment. As October approaches which is the breast health awareness month then it’s about time we empowered ourselves and take on charge of our own breast health. In this article, we will also going to discuss some tips on how to keep the breast healthy and prevent breast cancer.
Understanding Breast Health
The health of breasts is an important component of women’s health. It refers to the hygiene, exam, checkups and all that has to do with the busts part of the women body. Breast health risks are therefore not limited to genetic makeup of the women or the environment they live in but they include several aspects of lifestyle.
In the following study, various risk factors associated with breast cancer are discussed.
Several risk factors for breast cancer have been identified, including:
1. Age: Premnature breast cancer is rare while with age, there are higher chances of acquiring the disease.
2. Gender: Breast cancer is more common in women than in men though the later is also affected.
3. Family history: If the patient or the first-degree relative had breast or ovarian cancer previously, then the risk may be high.
4. Genetics: There are specific genes known as mutated genes which includes BRCA 1 , BRCA 2 and so on that enhance the risk of developing breast cancer.
5. Hormonal factors: Early menarche, late menopause and hormone replacement therapy also put a woman in a higher risk category.
6. Lifestyle factors:
Preventing Breast Cancer
While some risk factors cannot be changed, there are several steps you can take to maintain and promote breast health, as well as reduce the risks associated with breast cancer:
1. Self-Examinations: Bear with you usual self-breast check ups to ensure you notice any changes or lumps that may be present.
2. Professional Screenings: Women should have a mammogram every one to two years and a clinical breast exam each year with your healthcare provider. It is noteworthy that timely diagnosis means the significant enhancement of the prognosis in such cases.
3. Maintain a Healthy Weight: Priligy increases the risk of breast cancer among women who are obese. According to Praveen, Aradhana and Jha, obesity, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, smoking, and even inactivity are some causes of the condition and simple measures such as a healthy diet and regular exercise can help keep the condition at bay.
4. Limit Alcohol Consumption: There are sounds evidence that drinking too much alcohol can also increase the risk of breast cancer. Reduce or better still eliminate alcohol consumption or even avoid it at all costs.
5. Stay Active: Some of the cross sectional studies have established that there is an inverse relationship between physical activity and breast cancer. Aerobic activity is recommended as 150 minutes or more of moderate intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes or more of vigorous intensity aerobic activity each week.
6. Limit Hormonal Therapy: If you have hormone replacement therapy, discuss this with your healthcare provider on other options available to you.
7. Breastfeed: The female participant who practiced breastfeeding as far as was possible has been said to be at a reduced risk of developing breast cancer.
8. Choose a Balanced Diet: They include taking fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins because it decreases the chances of breast cancer and floated weight.
9. Avoid Exposure to Carcinogens: Avoid products with cancer causes such as radiation, chemicals and pesticides because they might cause breast cancer.
10. Get Support: Stress and emotions affecting breast health can be managed through creating friends, family, and healthcare professionals to run to for support.
Conclusion
Breast health management entails both the performance of self and professional examination together with creating good practices. Whenever a woman is aware of the possible consequences of breast cancer, she is in a position to prevent them without hesitation. In this Breast Health Awareness month, take a stand to better care for your breasts and pass this information on to other women in order to save lives and improve everyone’s breast health in the future.
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