CAUSES AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES OF BREAST CANCER
Breast cancer is a disease in which the cells of the breast tissues start to grow uncontrollably, which leads to the formation of tumors that are non-cancerous and cancerous. Cancerous tumor can also cause cancer in other parts of the body if it is not controlled in its early stage. Causes of breast cancer History of Genetics Family history is very important in breast cancer and can increase the risk of breast cancer. Some genes mutations like BRCA1 & BRCA2, can expressively increase the probability of breast cancer. Hormone factor Increase in estrogen as well as progesterone for a specific period of time can lead to a breast cancer. It contains early menstrual cycle, late menopause as well as other hormonal therapies like hormone replacement therapy. Age The chances of breast cancer increase with age. Worldwide, most cases of breast cancer are seen in women over the age of 50. Radiation exposure Radiation exposure is also a cause of breast cancer. Exposure to radiation, especially...