Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women worldwide. It is completely curable if detected early. The main factors that lead to this are:
Genetic factors and heredity: If someone in the family (mother, sister) has had breast cancer, others are more likely to get it. The main reason for this is mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes.
https://youtu.be/jwtjSojd7rc
Hormonal changes: Starting menstruation very early (before the age of 12) and having menopause late (after the age of 55) increase the risk of the disease. This is because the body is exposed to the hormone estrogen for a longer period.
Lifestyle and diet: Eating too much fatty foods, lack of exercise, and being overweight are the main causes. Fat cells increase the risk of cancer by producing estrogen.
Late pregnancy: Studies suggest that women who have their first child after the age of 30 and those who do not breastfeed their children are at higher risk of breast cancer. Breastfeeding helps protect breast tissue.
https://youtu.be/jwtjSojd7rc
Alcohol and smoking: Excessive alcohol consumption disrupts hormone levels in the body and damages DNA. Women who smoke also have a significantly increased risk of breast cancer.
