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Right breast discharge redish brown in color history of breast cancer in family?
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∙ 15y ago
Go see a doctor.
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You feel a pain in your right breast but you are a man..is that a sign of breast cancer?
I would say no, because breast cancer is usually painless and a woman doesn't find out until her mamagram or feeling a lump. If there is no lump or discharge from your nipple then I wouldn't worry. If you have a high history of breast cancer in your family, then go have your Dr to examine your breast to get peace of mind. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/malebreastcancer.htmlMale breast cancer is rare. It happens most often to men between the ages of 60 and 70. Risk factors for male breast cancer include exposure to radiation, a family history of breast cancer and having high estrogen levels, which can occur with diseases like cirrhosis or Klinefelter's syndrome.Symptoms of male breast cancer include lumps, changes to the nipple or breast skin, or discharge of fluid from the nipple. Treatment for male breast cancer is usually a mastectomy, which is surgery to remove the breast. Other treatments include radiation, chemotherapy and/or hormone therapy.
What is the ICD code for family history of breast cancer?
V16.3
How common is male breast cancer?
Male breast cancer is not common among males but it can happen. If your family has has a history of male breast cancer , it can increase your risks greatly.
How does family history impact a woman's choice for breast cancer treatment?
Women with a strong family history of breast cancer and/or who test positive for a known cancer-causing gene may choose to have both breasts removed.
Does age affect breast cancer?
As a woman ages, her risk of developing breast cancer rises dramatically regardless of her family history
Why is a patient's breast removed?
Removal of a patient's breast is usually recommended when cancer is present in the breast or as a prophylactic when the patient has severe fibrocystic disease and a family history of breast cancer.
What is breast cancer mode of transmission?
It is passed through the genes of the mother or it is in their family history
What are the most common breast cancer symptoms?
It is important for women to get regular breast exams with their family doctor. Common symptoms of breast cancer are change in how the breast looks or feels, how the nipple looks or feels, or nipple discharge.
Cause that lead to breast cancer?
95% of breast cancer in female are of unknown causes the risk factor includedpositive family historyextreme agemutation of BRCA1 and BRCA2 genepersonal history of breast cancerradiation exposureDES exposure
Do you have a higher likelihood of breast cancer from your family genetics?
Yes, a person can have a high likelihood of breast cancer from the genetics of the family.
Do you recommend using Marina IUD with a history of breast cancer?
No, I wouldn't recommend the Mirena IUD in general but particularly not if there is a history of breast cancer for you or your immediate family. Hormonal birth control does pose a higher risk of breast cancer, it is best to look at non-hormonal options such as a copper IUD, FAM, withdrawal, or barrier methods.
What are the main causes of breast cancer?
The exact causes are unknown, however, high risk factors and advancing age, as well as a family history of breast cancer increases the chances of contracting it. Women with certain benign lumps are also at greater risk of developing breast cancer.
