{"id":1749,"date":"2024-10-24T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/digitalfirstgp.com\/base-pcn\/?p=1749"},"modified":"2024-10-07T15:53:18","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T14:53:18","slug":"october-is-breast-cancer-awareness-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digitalfirstgp.com\/base-pcn\/2024\/10\/24\/october-is-breast-cancer-awareness-month\/","title":{"rendered":"October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month<\/strong>, an event held every year since 1985.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It started to encourage breast screenings and teach people about early detection. Now, it also includes raising money for research that saves lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year, we\u2019re sharing facts about symptoms, risks, prevention, and treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scroll down to learn more, or use the buttons below to jump to each section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Symptoms<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Risk & Prevention<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Screening<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Diagnosis & Treatment<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Support<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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About Breast Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Breast cancer happens when cells in one or both breasts grow out of control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The breast has three main parts: lobules (which make milk), ducts (which carry milk), and connective tissue. The type of cancer depends on where it starts and if it spreads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The two most common types of breast cancer<\/a> start in the lobules or ducts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cancer Research UK, www.cancerresearchuk.org\/health-professional\/cancer-statistics\/statistics-by-cancer-type\/breast-cancer<\/a>, Accessed<\/em> September 2023.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK. Each year, nearly 57,000 people are diagnosed, and around 11,500 die from it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Men can also develop breast cancer<\/a>, too, though it’s much rarer. Around 400 men are diagnosed with it each year in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On average, men are diagnosed about ten years later than women, so everyone needs to know the signs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Symptoms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lumps are the most common sign of breast cancer, but remember, most lumps are not cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every woman\u2019s breasts are different in size, shape, and feel. They can also change during your period or after menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is why it\u2019s important to know what is normal for you. When you understand how your breasts look and feel at different times, it\u2019s easier to notice changes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most common signs that a doctor should check are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • New or larger lumps<\/li>
  • Thickened skin or dimpling<\/li>
  • Lumps or swelling in the armpit<\/li>
  • Changes in size or shape<\/li>
  • Changes in nipple position\u2014pulled in or pointing a different way<\/li>
  • Rash, discharge, or bleeding from the nipple<\/li>
  • Pain or discomfort that doesn\u2019t go away, especially if it\u2019s new<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For men, these signs also apply. Lumps are usually firm, painless, and don\u2019t move much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Risk & Prevention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    One in 7 women will get breast cancer in their lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Some risk factors for breast cancer you can change, and others you can\u2019t.
    Age and family history are big risks. Other risks come from your lifestyle and exposure to certain chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Not exercising, eating poorly, being overweight, drinking alcohol, and smoking all increase your risk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Making healthier choices can lower your chances of getting breast cancer or other diseases like heart disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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