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No, at this point in time, there is no scientific evidence that tells us exactly what we can do to prevent cancer. Scientists at smaller R&D labs are focusing on cracking the code of cancer mechanisms from start to finish. This info is necessary in order to design drugs and, even better, solid information on what can be done (if anything) to prevent cancer. Newly diagnosed cancer patients usually spend anxious moments wondering what they could have done differently, to prevent cancer. We in the medical field need to be honest with our patients and tell them science has not yet reached the point of telling us what to do to prevent cancer. Indeed, 70 to 80% of newly diagnosed patients DO NOT have ANY of the so-called "risk factors".
Instead of prevention, what we all have are diagnostics tools to discover if we already have cancer or not. Some of these tools are much more accurate that others, however insurance payors will not allow you access to some of these tools without authorization. I think your best bet is to make sure your personal GP is familiar with the advance-signs of the presence of cancer. My best wishes to you.
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What is the use of a biopsy for the breast?
The use of a biopsy for the breast is to check for cancer. Women are at a very high risk for breast cancer and a biopsy is a way to prevent the cancer in an early stage.
Does nutrition prevent breast cancer?
Nothing that we know of can fully prevent Cancer. But good Nutrition does a fine job of stalling it.
Will medicaid cover implants if someone has a mastectomy due to active or prevent breast cancer that already has active hereditary cancer in their system and is predisposed to breast cancer?
Not likely
Does sucking of breast reduce breast cancer?
No... Infact it has been said that frequent stimulation of the breast can help prevent cancer.
Does Angelina Jolie have cancer?
No She had a double mastectomy to prevent breast cancer since it is so prominent in her family
Does giving oral help prevent breast cancer?
no actually u can get fungus in your mouth your breast and maybbe on your partner
Can you get breast cancer at the age of fourteen?
Theoretically it's possible, just like anything. But I would be absolutely flabbergasted if you had breast cancer at 14.
What do you think about breast cancer?
I think Breast Cancer is very very sad. But then again I think any cancer is sad. Its sad when you can't prevent it and it happens to anyone, even the nicest of people.
Can you prevent Breast cancer?
You can prevent the Breast cancer by not wearing the bra. During pregnancy the nipples should be checked periodically to see that they are not inverted. To pull them out twice daily if they are inverted. You are advised to get baby breast fed for minimum two years if you happen to deliver a baby.
What is mastectomy surgery for?
Mastectomy surgery is defined as the surgical removal of breast and breast tissue. It can be performed on high risk women who want to possibly prevent breast cancer or women who have breast cancer.
Is there a vaccine you can prevent you from getting breast cancer?
No, unfortunately their is no vaccine but with few lifestyle changes one can try to prevent it. Dr. Steven Quay is here to guide women to live a heathy lifestyle to reduce the risk of breast cancer today.
Does Angelina Jolie have breast cancer?
No, Angelina Jolie never had breast cancer. She has the gene for breast cancer. She removed her breasts to stop any cancer from forming.Angelina Jolie does not have breast cancer. She does carry the gene for breast cancer. She had a preventive mastectomy.No, Angelina Jolie has never had breast cancer. She was tested and told that she carried the breast cancer gene. She has a preventive mastectomy.Angelina Jolie does not or did not have breast cancer. She had breast surgery just as a precaution because of her mother having breast cancer.
