PINKTOBER: What You Need To Know About Breast Cancer

1.Warning Signs and Symptoms

The signs of breast cancer are not the same for every woman. The most common signs are a change in the look or even the feel of the breast, or a change in look or feel of the nipple and nipple discharge.

2. Breast Cancer Statistics

It is estimated that in 2015, there will be about 231,840 new cases of breast cancer in the U.S. 60,290 new cases of in situ breast cancer and lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS). Of those, about 83 percent will be DCIS. DCIS is a non-invasive breast cancer and LCIS is a condition that increases the risk of invasive breast cancer.

3. Factors That Do Not Increase Risk

Abortion and Miscarriage, Bra’s and Underwire Bras, Breast Implants, Caffeine, Cell Phones, Deodorant, Trauma to the breast, Migraine Headaches, Left-Handedness, Hair Dyes and Hair Relaxers.

4. How To Get Involved

Take action in the role of fighting breast cancer trough fundraising, volunteering, or becoming an advocate.

Visit http://ww5.komen.org/ for more information.

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