Some Myths Buted About Breast Cancer

Myth 1:
Breast cancer is only in women and not in men:
This is not true. It may be seen more in women but men can also be affected by this disease. Men should conduct regular self examinations just as women and in case of any change must consult a doctor.

Myth 2:
Any lump in breast is cancerous:
Eight out of ten lumps are benign, or not cancerous. But if you find any change or a lump in your breast then you should go to your doctor. Often women get scared and the fear of what they may find makes them stay away from medical care but remember early detection can help a lot in cure.

Myth 3:
It is hereditary:
You will be surprised to know that most women who are being affected by the disease have no family history. If any member of your family like your mother, sister or grandmother was diagnosed of cancer then you come in a higher risk growth and you should go for regular checkups. But having it in the family does not mean you are going to get it.

Myth 4:
Mammogram will expose me to radiation and result in cancer:
According to the American college of radiology the benefits of mammogram far out any risk that may occure due to radiation. Even the pressure put during the mammogram cannot cause cancer to spread. It is the best tool available for early detection of cancer.

Myth 5:
Women with small breasts do no get breast cancer:
This is wrong. Every woman is at risk regardless of breast size, race or status. Even removing the breast cannot prevent it because some breast tissues remain.

Myth:6
I am too young to get breast cancer:
Women of any age can be affected by breast cancer. It is more in post menopausal women but 25% of women with breast cancer are younger than fifty. Similarly, you are never too old to get breast cancer either.

Myth 7:
Healthy lifestyle makes your chances of getting breast cancer almost zero:
Healthy habits play a vital role in the development of cancer but they do not make you immune to cancer.