Breast Cancer Signs and Risk Factors Quiz

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What are some signs of breast cancer?

  • A lump in the breast, change in breast shape, fluid coming from the nipple (correct)
  • Dry skin, hair loss, fatigue
  • Blurry vision, dizziness, loss of appetite
  • Frequent headaches, joint pain, backache

What are some risk factors for developing breast cancer?

  • Obesity, lack of physical exercise, alcohol consumption (correct)
  • Regular exercise, vitamin intake, balanced diet
  • Sun exposure, vegetarian diet, yoga practice
  • Smoking, excessive sugar intake, caffeine consumption

Where does breast cancer most commonly develop?

  • Cells from the lining of milk ducts and lobules (correct)
  • Lung tissues and bronchioles
  • Brain cells and spinal cord
  • Muscle tissues and bone marrow

How is the diagnosis of breast cancer confirmed?

<p>By taking a biopsy of the concerning tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of breast cancer cases are the result of an inherited genetic predisposition?

<p>5–10% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common risk factor for developing breast cancer?

<p>Obesity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of breast cancer is known to develop from pre-invasive lesions?

<p>Ductal carcinomas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which cells does breast cancer most commonly develop?

<p>Cells from the lining of milk ducts and lobules (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a sign of breast cancer?

<p>Fluid coming from the nipple (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of breast cancer cases are the result of an inherited genetic predisposition?

<p>~5% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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