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There are no studies that demonstrate that breast implants (or other implantable devices) cause cancer. This has been looked at extensively. There is a rat model, demonstrating cancer can be caused by implants, however.
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∙ 12y agoNot at all. Breast implants do not affect the likelyhood of you getting cancer, however it does make Breast cancer detection more difficult. The mammo machine cant compress the breast nearly as much as it would without the implant (sounds less painful) but the compression is needed for a good film.
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∙ 9y agoBreastfeeding decreases cancer risks.
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Do girls that have bigger breast get breast cancer easyer then girls with smaller breast?
No. Whether a woman develops breast cancer or not is largely hereditary. Women whose mother or grandmother has had breast cancer are more at risk. Other factors like UV exposure can increase your risk.
Can anyone with silicon breast get breast cancer?
Yes, individuals with silicone breast implants can still develop breast cancer. Silicone breast implants are not known to increase the risk of breast cancer, but they do not provide immunity against the disease either. Breast cancer can occur in the breast tissue surrounding the implant, just as it can occur in natural breast tissue. It's important for individuals with breast implants to continue practicing breast self-exams, undergo regular clinical breast examinations, and follow recommended breast cancer screening guidelines, including mammograms if applicable. Any changes in the breasts, such as new lumps, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge, or skin changes, should be promptly evaluated by a healthcare provider, regardless of whether silicone implants are present. Early detection and treatment of breast cancer offer the best chance for successful outcomes.
Does not having children increase your chance of breast cancer?
Yes you can. The risk of getting it when it's hereditary is higher of course. But there doesn't have to be a family history to get breast cancer.
Can genetics cause ovarian cancer?
Women who have even one close relative with the disease increase their risk threefold. In addition, if a woman has had breast cancer , she is at an increased risk for ovarian cancer.
Can a mammogram rupture breast implants?
An FDA study has suggested that the risk of breast implant rupture can be exacerbated by mammography. Having a mammogram may increase the risk of a rupture earlier in the lifespan of implants, and also the squeezing involved in mammography most likely increases the risk of leakage in implants that are already ruptured. The potential risk of rupture or leakage needs to be carefully weighed against the benefits of mammography by each individual woman.
High levels of caffeine can cause what breast diseases?
High caffeine consumption can lead to benign breast disease, which also can increase risk of breast cancer.
What do obesity and alcohol use have in common that increases breast cancer risk?
They increase estrogen levels in the blood.
Why breast cancer common to females?
There are many factors that increase the risk of breast cancer, one of them being the level of estrogens (which are the female sex hormones and therefore higher in women) in the body.
What has the author Patricia T Kelly written?
Patricia T. Kelly has written: 'Assess your true risk of breast cancer' -- subject(s): Breast, Cancer, Risk factors, Breast Neoplasms, Popular Works, Risk Factors 'Breast cancer' -- subject(s): Breast, Cancer, Treatment
Can alcohol cause cancer?
Alcohol consumption has been seen to increase the risk of breast cancer. Drinking alcohol, especially along with smoking, increases the risk of cancers of the mouth, esophagus, pharynx, larynx and liver in men, and of breast cancer in women, according to the National Cancer Institute. Fortunately, except for breast cancer, these cancers are all rare. Moderate consumption doesn't increase the risk of the most common cancers, except for breast cancer, as listed by the National Cancer Institute alphabetically: • Bladder Cancer • Breast Cancer • Colon and Rectal Cancer • Endometrial Cancer • Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell) • Leukemia • Lung Cancer • Melanoma • Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma • Ovarian Cancer • Prostate Cancer • Skin Cancer (Non-Melanoma) 1 Of these 12 most common caners, the risk of two (kidney cancer and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma) are reduced by consuming alcohol.
Does having breast enhancement surgery impact the ability to breast feed?
Breast enhancement done either through implants or fat transfer doesnot have a bearing on breast feeding. However if you are looking for enhancement the best, safe and long term results is by way of fat transfer. The recent reports say silicone implants have a risk of developing cancer.
How do pregnancy and HRT influence breast cancer risk?
Pregnancy will decrease your risks of developing breast cancer but HRT will increase the odds. This is because pregnancy reduces the amount of estrogen and progesterone in your body while HRT increases it. The hormones estrogen and progesterone will increase your risks of breast cancer if there is more exposure than necessary.
