Antiperspirants are OK
Research Confirms Antiperspirants Do Not Cause Breast Cancer Over the past few years millions of women have received an e-mail…
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Myths
Self-exam is not enough
On average, women can’t detect a lump smaller than the size of their elbow. A mammogram however usually detects a…
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Men get it too
1% of breast cancer cases worldwide are male.
Lumpy is OK
In fact, most breasts are! Fibrocystic breast disease is common in women, which makes the breasts feel a bit like…
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An x-ray is OK
Getting a mammogram won’t cause breast cancer. In fact, it’s currently the best way to detect breast cancer, being 90%…
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Melon sized is OK
Large breasts may just take more time to check, but it doesn’t increase your risk. However, a high breast density…
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Size doesn’t matter
Small breasts do not have a lower or higher chance of getting breast cancer. However, a high breast density can.
Breastfeeding is OK
Several studies have found that breastfeeding lowers your risk.
Sharing Drinks is OK
You can’t get breast cancer like you catch a cold.
Implants are OK
Having breast implants does not impact your risk for getting breast cancer.
BC Gene is not a sure thing
Those with the “breast cancer gene” won’t always get breast cancer.
Feel your armpits
Because lymph nodes are in your armpit, you should include it as part of your self-exam.
Talking is OK
Some women think it’s bad karma to talk about breast cancer. In fact, not talking about it, or avoiding a…
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Some leaks are OK
It’s natural for some breasts to leak. Unusual fluid or discharge though should be checked by a doctor.
