Is it true that underwire bras and enlarge breasts are at risk of developing breast cancer? Here’s the Doctor’s Answer

In addition to underwire bras, there are also those who think that enlarging breasts can increase the risk of breast cancer. Prof. Ami said that until now there are actually no studies or figures on the presentation of breast cancer due to the process of breast enlargement.

Prof. Ami said that breast enlargement does not necessarily cause breast cancer, you have to look at the risk factors first. Because, there are many factors that cause breast cancer.

“There is no presentation figure, but the possibility of the growth of cancer cells due to the process of enlarging the breast. Especially if someone has a genetic or family history of breast cancer,” he explained.

Prof. Ami also explained, in addition to genetics, there are many other factors that determine the formation of cancer cells in the breast, for example, menstruation too early, an unhealthy lifestyle, giving birth over the age of 35, consuming long-term estrogen hormonal drugs, to obesity.

“So, there are other factors that play a role, so it is important to do BSE once a month after the 7th day of menstruation, consult a doctor, along with implementing a healthy lifestyle, eating nutritious food, quitting smoking, not consuming alcohol, exercising regularly. regularly, and don’t forget to avoid Stress and get enough rest,” said Prof. Ami.

Awareness of breast cancer in general is very important considering that the results of research from The International Agency for Research on Cancer which issued the Global Cancer Incidence, Mortality and Prevalence 2020 or what we know as GLOBOCAN 2020 shows that the new incidence of breast cancer worldwide ranks first with about 2.3 million new cases and 680 thousand deaths.

Meanwhile, Indonesia ranks the most with new cases approaching 66,000 and a death rate of more than 22,000 people in 2020. So as women we must care about breast health by routinely doing BSE every month.

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