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What could increase risk of breast cancer?
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Poss incr risk of BC: Lots+, a family history-mother and/or father's side, early onset of period, dense breasts, alcohol use/excess, hormone use esp. Postmenopausal, hx of the "known' genes brca 1/brca 2 in you or your family, in some breast ca triple neg "group" high fertility rate esp later in life, late menopause =55+, nipple disch sx esp oneside, 1st preg after 30, obesity, ? Typeii dm, pers. Hx of breast bx, more++.
Answered 10/6/2017
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Many Factors: Having a family history of breast cancer, previous biopsy showing atypical hyperplasia, and having dense breast tissue all increase risk. Older age at first childbirth and not breastfeeding increase risk. In addition, being overweight, not exercising, having a high alcohol intake, and a high-fat diet also all increase risk.
Answered 9/12/2018
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Genes are: Another factor, and brca-1&2 are heritable risks that can be detected. The other answers are correct.
Answered 4/7/2018
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