Men Can Also Get Breast Cancer, Must Know the Symptoms

There are many risk factors that can increase a man’s chances of developing breast cancer. The following are still quoting from the CDC:

– Old. The risk of breast cancer increases with age. Most breast cancers are discovered after the age of 50.

– Genetic mutation. Inherited changes (mutations) in certain genes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, increase the risk of breast cancer.

– Family history of breast cancer. A man’s risk of developing breast cancer is higher if a close family member has had breast cancer.

– Radiation therapy treatment. Men who undergo radiation therapy to the chest have a higher risk of developing breast cancer.

– Klinefelter syndrome. This is a rare genetic condition in which a man has an extra X chromosome. This can cause the body to make higher levels of estrogen and lower levels of androgens (hormones that help develop and maintain male sex characteristics).

– Certain conditions that affect the testicles. Injury, swelling, or surgery to remove the testicles can increase the risk of breast cancer.

– Liver disease. Cirrhosis (scarring) of the liver can lower androgen levels and increase estrogen levels in men, increasing the risk of breast cancer.

– Overweight and obesity. Older men who are overweight or obese have a higher risk of developing breast cancer than men of normal weight.

“Remember, even though there are risk factors above, it doesn’t necessarily mean getting breast cancer,” the CDC said.

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