friend4u0417 Posted 11.13.09 | My grandmother past away from a horrible battle with breast cancer. What are the best testing you can get to see if you are likely to get it. I would also like to know if there is anything you can do to help prevent getting breast cancer. |
cjvw123 Posted 11.25.09 | I know smoking and caffeine are risk factors. I also know the experts say your chance of getting breast cancer decrease tremendously if you breast feed your babies. |
Evelyn78 Posted 12.05.09 | My mother-in-law who is 78 years of age survived breast cancer 3 years ago and is alive and well today. She went to a naturopahtic/holistic doctor to receive breast thermography, cleanse her entire system, and receive proper nutrition. She not only was healed from the cancer but also long-term diabetes and high-blood pressure. |
aestherik Posted 12.07.09 | You might want to look into genetic screening that can test for the BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations; that would be helpful as these genes are known to increase the risk of getting breast cancer and tests are recommended for those with a family history. Other than that, you should take the same measures you would to stay generally healthy: eat a balanced diet, minimize the amount of stress in your life, and stay active. None of these things can guarantee against getting the disease, but it will certainly reduce your risk.
It's also important to keep up with annual mammograms starting at age 40. |
affliction Posted 12.12.09 | Here are some results i found on preventing breast cancer:
1. Maintain a health BMI
2. Avoid alcohol
3. Consume as many vegetables and fruits as possible.
4.Take daily supplements
5. Have a positive mental outlook! |
pkito06 Posted 01.16.10 | Unfortunately I would say there is nothing anybody can really do to PREVENT breast cancer. My own mother had breast cancer and she followed just about every "recommendation" to lower your risk. She never smoked, very rarely drank alcohol, had a well-balanced diet, and took vitamins everyday. Cancer is going to target whoever it wants to, at least in my opinion. However, "affliction"s post is very true, as I am sure that my mother's positive mental outlook on the situation helped her to overcome her battle and she has now been disease free for 7 years! |
ewam09 Posted 01.17.10 | My aunt passed away a few years ago due to breast cancer. Every year we do a walk around a track all night. We camp out and everything! Anyways, I have a question. Or maybe more of a myth? I heard wearing your bra overnight could potentially be bad for your breast and could cause breast cancer. Is this true? |
toxci1 Posted 02.06.10 | I agree with pkito06 - you can't prevent breast cancer, but there are measures you can take to significantly reduce your risk. Avoid smoking, alcohol, illegal drugs, maintain a healthy weight, and eat a well balanced diet with plently of fruit and vegetables that are high in antioxidants. I also hear that you should stick to paraben-free skincare products. The evidence on whether they indeed cause cancer is inconclusive, but I'd rather be safe than sorry. And of course, regular screenings are vital. Early detection significantly increases your chances of survival. |
Jordanna Posted 02.22.10 | If you have a personal or family history of breast cancer or associated cancers, such as ovarian cancer, prostrate cancer, pancreatic cancer, and even, colon cancer, it is important to meet with a cancer genetic counselor. A cancer genetic counselor can assess an individual's risk to develop cancer, discuss the benefits and limitations of genetic testing (such as for BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations) and review all prevention and screening options. For example, in some cases, there are the options of more rigorous screening, preventive medications, as well as prophylactic oophorectomies (removal of the ovaries) or prophylactic mastectomies (removal of the breasts) to decrease cancer risk. You can find a local genetic counselor in our find a genetic professional directory or at the National Society of Genetic Counselors website. Alternatively, you can schedule an appointment to speak with a genetic counselor over the phone. |