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women, behind lung cancer.
In 2006, the American Cancer Society estimates that more than 214,640 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and nearly 41,430 will die from the disease. However, breast cancer mortality rates have declined significantly in recent years. The decreases are the result of both earlier detection and improved treatment.
Breast cancer
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Q: Who is at risk for developing breast cancer?
A: Every woman is at risk, and her risk increases with age. More than three-quarters of all breast cancers occur in women over 50. A 70-year-old woman is almost twice as likely to develop breast cancer as a 50year-old woman.
Q: How can a woman protect herself against breast cancer?
A: The best protections are early detection and prompt treatment. Women should have annual mammograms beginning at age 40. Between the ages of 20 and 39, women should see their physicians for regular breast exams at least every three years. In addition, all women 20 and over should do a monthly breast self-exam. There are no known causes of breast cancer, but researchers are investigating the possible roles of heredity, environment, lifestyle, and diet.
Q: What are the signs and symptoms of breast cancer?
A: Symptoms include any lump, thickening, swelling, dimpling, skin irritation, distortion
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