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The latest data from National Cancer Institute revealed that about 232, 340 female and about 2, 240 male are diagnosed with breast cancer in the USA annually. Breast cancer develops as a consequence of exposure to different risk factors. Age and gender is already an established risk factor for this cancer. Females that are 40 years old or older have higher risk of developing it compared to males. Signs and symptoms of breast cancer aren't specific, but are obvious and they could show in variety of ways. Typically, alterations of the normal breast size, shape and color are the earliest signs and these could include a presence of a lump in one or both breasts, a rash around the nipples etc.
There is a steady decrease in mortality rates of breast cancer over the last two decades primarily because of the advancement in medical and surgical technology as well increased awareness of those individuals at risk for developing the said disease. However, this is not uniform in all parts of the world. Developing countries still struggle to get enough support from the government to push forward programs that increase awareness about this disease. Whether or not you’ve been touched by the disease, there’s no better time to learn about initiatives that support prevention, research and treatment than in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On behalf of plasticsurgeonsofwisconsin.com we suggest you please share this message to your friends and family and spread the awareness against this deadly disease.
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