Milk Consumption Linked to Higher Risk of Breast Cancer.
Sample size was calculated according to that reported by CARIF-UM (Release New Malaysian Breast Cancer Genetic Study) which stated that 14% of breast cancer patients in Malaysia who have family history of breast cancer (18) and the relative risk for strong family history ranging from 2.5 to 4.5 (19), the minimum sample size was 149 patients per group.
Such factors include consuming alcohol, obesity and overall leading a relatively inactive life. While women of sound health can still be at risk, staying healthy and fit can be a vital method of preventing not only breast cancer, but numerous illnesses as well. (Susan G. Komen Org).
The evidence on the link between breast cancer risk and both weight and physical activity is a bit more complicated. This is because there is evidence that the causes of breast cancer that occur in women before the menopause, compared to after the menopause, are different.
Breast surgery is often the first treatment for patients with breast cancer and this must be carried out by surgeons with a special interest and training in breast disease (BASO 2009).The nurse plays a vital role in the patient’s surgical experience and her role is to ensure that the patient is comfortable, pain free and that encouragement is give to promote independence by advising the.
Personal history of breast cancer may also increase the chances of re-occurrences of breast cancer in women. Women that had experience breast cancer in one breast has high chances of developing a new breast cancer in part of the same breast or other breast. The risk may be even higher if breast cancer was diagnosed with her at her younger age.
The Link Between Alcohol and Breast Cancer. Alcohol is not the leading risk factor for breast cancer. In addition, drinking is more closely tied to a number of other illnesses than it is to breast cancer. That doesn't mean that it can't play a notable role.
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and as part of their Drink free days campaign, Drinkaware and Public Health England (PHE) are encouraging women of all ages to cut down on how much they are drinking by taking more drink free days to reduce their risk of developing breast cancer and a range of other health conditions including liver and heart disease.