BREAST CANCER
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In
most cases, the cause of breast cancer is unknown. However, the
following risk factors have been identified:
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Family history. If you have a sister,
mother or daughter with breast cancer your risk of developing it
is also increased. |
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A
personal history of breast cancer carries a risk of the disease
recurring. |
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Early
start of menstrual cycle. |
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Late
menopause. |
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First
pregnancy after the age of 30. |
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Nulliparity (never having carried a pregnancy). |
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Genetic tendency. A small percentage of breast cancers (5
percent) develop due to genetic tendency |
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Ongoing studies are looking at the effect of a diet low in fat,
high in fruit and vegetable intake on reducing the risk of
developing breast cancer. |
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