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Making Sense of Breast Cancer: A Journey Through Awareness and Treatment

The Fight Against Breast Cancer: A Personal Perspective

Through my work in the health section on the “Hea” website for nearly 11 years until today, I have read, written, and discussed a lot with specialists and those with previous experiences about breast cancer. What causes me great pain is this disease and its secrets, and what is necessary to do in most cases of breast cancer.

The Importance of Awareness and Education

This is what made me part of the awareness campaigns that we carry out through “She” annually, to encourage women to learn more about this disease and ways to prevent it. Because knowledge remains the most important means of protection not only from breast cancer, but also from many other diseases and health problems that we may face.

The Stages of Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the form of abnormal cell growth in breast tissue, and is formed as a result of an imbalance in the growth of breast cells and their increased division. Although breast cancer is more common in women, it can occur in men, but rarely.

The Direct and Indirect Causes of Breast Cancer

The exact causes of breast cancer are unknown, but there are factors that may increase the risk of infection: such as genetic changes, aging, genetic history of infection, female hormones (such as estrogen), and an unhealthy lifestyle such as smoking, obesity, and drinking alcohol.

How is Breast Cancer Medically Classified?

Breast Cancer is Classified Based on:

• Type of Tumor (e.g., ductal carcinoma in situ or invasive lobular carcinoma)
• Its Grade (the extent to which cancer cells differ from normal cells)
• Its Stage (the extent to which the cancer has spread in the body)
• Its Biological Type, which is determined by the presence of receptors for estrogen and progesterone or the presence of a genetic mutation; The tumor makes it produce a protein HER2 Excessively.

Who is at Risk of Developing Breast Cancer?

Women most at risk are those who have a family history of breast cancer in first-degree family members, or the presence of a diagnosed genetic mutation such as BRCA1 and BRCA2 or those who have delayed pregnancy, have not given birth, or are not breastfeeding.

Can Breast Cancer be Prevented?

The risk of breast cancer can be reduced by adopting a healthy lifestyle, exercising, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding smoking and alcohol consumption. The use of medications containing estrogen and progesterone should also be avoided without medical follow-up.

Conclusion

In conclusion; most breast cancer cases are hereditary. Despite the difficulty and severity of some types of this disease, the development of treatments and the speed of early detection of the disease greatly help in accelerating the recovery process or prolonging the patient’s life. Prevention remains an important pillar in protecting you from breast cancer and other diseases. My dear, do not hesitate to follow a healthy lifestyle and diet, and do not delay in performing all the necessary tests that contribute to early detection of the disease and determining appropriate treatments.

FAQs

What are the Stages of Breast Cancer?

Breast cancer is classified into stages based on its extent, including in situ, invasive, and metastatic types.

What are the Risk Factors for Breast Cancer?

The risk factors for breast cancer include genetic changes, aging, genetic history of infection, female hormones (such as estrogen), and an unhealthy lifestyle such as smoking, obesity, and drinking alcohol.

Can Breast Cancer be Prevented?

The risk of breast cancer can be reduced by adopting a healthy lifestyle, exercising, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding smoking and alcohol consumption. The use of medications containing estrogen and progesterone should also be avoided without medical follow-up.

Why is Breast Cancer Awareness Important?

Breast cancer awareness is important to educate women (and men) about the disease, its causes, and its early detection and treatment options. It also helps to reduce the stigma surrounding breast cancer and encourages women to take control of their health.