Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer which affects the tissues of the breast and milk
glands. The cancer forms as a tumor destroying the breast tissues which are the main formation of the
breast.Breast cancer occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get breast cancer, too.Breast cancer is a
type
of cancer that starts in the breast.It can start in one or both breasts.Studies show that one in 8 women is
exposed to breast cancer in a period of her life. Here's a statistics showing the spread of this disease
across
the world.
It is important to understand that most breast lumps are benign and not
cancer
(malignant). Non-cancer breast tumors are abnormal growths, but they do not spread outside of the
breast.
They
are not life threatening, but some types of benign breast lumps can increase a woman’s risk of getting
breast
cancer. Any breast lump or change needs to be checked by a health care professional to find out if it is
benign
or malignant (cancer) and if it might affect yours future cancer risk.
What are the Symptoms?
Different people have different symptoms of breast cancer. Some people do not have any signs or symptoms at
all.
Some warning signs of breast cancer are—
New lump in the breast or underarm (armpit).
Thickening or swelling of part of the breast.
Irritation or dimpling of breast skin.
Redness or flaky skin in the nipple area or the breast.
Pulling in of the nipple or pain in the nipple area.
Nipple discharge other than breast milk, including blood.
Any change in the size or the shape of the breast.
Pain in any area of the breast.
Keep in mind that these symptoms can happen with other conditions that are not cancer.
If you have any signs or symptoms that worry you, be sure to see your doctor right away.
What Is a Normal Breast?
No breast is typical. What is normal for you may not be normal for another woman. Most women say their breasts
feel lumpy or uneven. The way your breasts look and feel can be affected by getting your period, having
children, losing or gaining weight, and taking certain medications. Breasts also tend to change as you age.
What Do Lumps in My Breast Mean?
Many conditions can cause lumps in the breast, including cancer. But most breast lumps are caused by other
medical conditions. The two most common causes of breast lumps are fibrocystic breast condition and cysts.
Fibrocystic condition causes noncancerous changes in the breast that can make them lumpy, tender, and sore.
Cysts are small fluid-filled sacs that can develop in the breast.
Specific signs of inflammatory breast cancer
This is a rare but aggressive type of cancer that can appear differently to other types.
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