The month of October is dedicated to prevention, especially as regards the types of cancer that mostly affect women. This is why today we want to talk about a sensitive topic. Specifically, we are referring to a warning signal that at times can be considered normal, but that at others can indicate the onset of this pathology. In fact, this symptom present in many women could be a sign of a muted breast cancer. Let’s see together what it is and see if it is appropriate to book a visit with an expert as soon as possible.
This symptom present in many women could indicate a muted breast cancer
We are talking about a phenomenon that happens often, namely a delay in menopause. In fact, according to the AIRC, being fertile for many years can be a predisposing factor to this disease. So if you had a menarche in near childhood and the definitive end of your ovulation around the second half of your 50s, you can consider yourself at risk. On the contrary, a late first menstruation accompanied by an early menopause can prevent this type of problem. Similarly, breastfeeding for at least 6 months can have a protective action.
We therefore advise, when possible, to behave in this way after pregnancy. Since this disease affects most people over the age of 50, we recommend that you have checkups at least once a year, especially if other similar cases have occurred in your family. However, screening should start from the age of 20 onwards. Regular visits are very important: in fact, breast cancer, if caught in time, can be cured. Fortunately, in the last five years there has been a 6% decrease in mortality.
Other potential risk factors and some tips to prevent
We then move on to other factors that can predispose to risk. First of all, let’s talk about hormonal contraception: in fact few people know it but this drug could increase the risk of contracting breast cancer. In fact, studies are underway that highlight an increased risk of contracting this type of cancer, but at the same time others indicate a decrease of the same disease in the ovary and uterus area. For this reason, before choosing to take the pill, it is better to adequately discuss with a gynecologist, asking what are the risks to be encountered.
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