10 Questions
What are some signs of breast cancer?
A lump in the breast, change in breast shape, fluid coming from the nipple
What are some risk factors for developing breast cancer?
Obesity, lack of physical exercise, alcohol consumption
Where does breast cancer most commonly develop?
Cells from the lining of milk ducts and lobules
How is the diagnosis of breast cancer confirmed?
By taking a biopsy of the concerning tissue
What percentage of breast cancer cases are the result of an inherited genetic predisposition?
5–10%
What is the most common risk factor for developing breast cancer?
Obesity
Which type of breast cancer is known to develop from pre-invasive lesions?
Ductal carcinomas
In which cells does breast cancer most commonly develop?
Cells from the lining of milk ducts and lobules
Which of the following is a sign of breast cancer?
Fluid coming from the nipple
What percentage of breast cancer cases are the result of an inherited genetic predisposition?
~5%
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