DIAGNOSING BREAST CANCER

Women are usually diagnosed with breast cancer after a routine breast cancer screening, or after detecting certain signs and symptoms and seeing their doctor about them.

Breast cancer is a malignant tumor (a collection of cancer cells) arising from the cells of the breast. Breast cancer is the most common invasive cancer in females worldwide. It accounts for 16% of all female cancers and 22.9% of invasive cancers in women. 18.2% of all cancer deaths worldwide, including both males and females, are from breast cancer.

 WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR

If you find a lump or other change in your breast — even if a recent mammogram was normal — make an appointment with your doctor.

 What to expect from your doctor

 

A risk factor is a variable associated with an increased risk of disease or infection. Below are a list of breast cancer risk factors.