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Teens and Breast Cancer
I never thought Breast Cancer would have such an effect on me until I learned about my cousin having a lump in her breast. It became more of a shock to me when I found out through research, that everyone has a risk if it is found in his/her family history. Ever since then I have become more precautious about many things that deal with my diet, though I am a little bit over weight. The thought of being at risk for Breast cancer is scary, but it is very difficult when coping with it. That is why I had chosen this as my topic therefore I can spread my knowledge to others in my age group and over.
What is Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer is a disease that is found in the breast of a women or male. Yes, it is found in males too. It is formed as a lump, felt like a bump, and found under your arm. What is a lump? A lump is also known as a malignant tumor, which is a group of cancer cells that may have invade surrounding tissues or spread to distant areas of the body or the breast.
Generally, after a girl’s first menstruation she is told by her doctor to perform BSE. The BSE (Breast Self-Examination) should be performed every month, on last day of your menstruation cycle. Therefore your breast is not swollen, or numb. This examination is performed to monitor the changes in your breast and notice bumps or the lumps in your breast. If so, alert you can go to the doctor and get a mammogram if it is necessary.
Guidelines to prevent Breast Cancer:
Learn your family history
Visit your doctor annually for a clinical breast exam
Begin monthly breast self-examination (BSE), hint the last day of your menstruation cycle
Eat balanced meals as a part of a healthy diet
Exercise and maintain an active lifestyle
No drinking, if so drink moderately
No smoking, it really increases your risk just like your family history
Signs or Symptoms:
Lump or thickening (breast, underarm)
Dimpling or puckering
Unusual pain
Itch or rash, especially in nipple area
Retracted nipple
A sore on the breast that does not heal
Change in direction of nipple axis
Bloody or spontaneous discharge from nipple
Things that can contribute to Breast Cancer:
As your age increases, your risk increases
The younger you begin smoking, the greater your risk increases
For information on Breast Self- Examination (BSE):
http://breast.bioimmune.com/prevention/teen_20/index.asp
References:
Breast Cancer (PDQ ):Treatment
Research on this topic was done by Claudette.