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Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer. This Presentation provided by . The American Cancer Society The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service The Department of Human Resources. What Is Cancer?. Cancer is the name given to a large number of diseases. Breast Structure. Breast Cancer Facts.

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Breast Cancer

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  1. Breast Cancer

  2. This Presentation provided by • The American Cancer Society • The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service • The Department of Human Resources

  3. What Is Cancer? Cancer is the name given to a large number of diseases.

  4. Breast Structure

  5. Breast Cancer Facts • 2nd leading cause of death • 2ndmost common cancer • Incidence increases with age • All women are at risk

  6. Breast Cancer in USA Oneout ofeight American womenwill be diagnosed with breast cancer

  7. Breast Cancer in Georgia • It is the most common cancer in Georgia women. • It is the second cause of death. • Every year in Georgia over 5,200 women are diagnosed with this disease • Every year over 1,100 died of breast cancer _________________________________________________________ Sources: Georgia Comprehensive Cancer Registry, 2003

  8. Breast Cancer in Georgia Breast Cancer Incidence and Mortality Rates by Race, US (1996-2000) and GA (1999-2000; 1997-2001) Rates are age-adjusted to the 2000 US standard population.

  9. Breast Cancer in Georgia Georgia Breast Cancer Incidence and Mortality by Age Group Georgia Breast Cancer Incidence and Mortality by Age Group Rates are age-adjusted to the 2000 US standard population.

  10. Breast Cancer Risk Factorsthat cannot be changed Age GENDER - All women are at risk Reproductive History Family/Personal History Menstrual History Race Radiation Treatment with DES Genetic Factors

  11. Breast Cancer Risk Factorsthat can be controlled Obesity Obesity All women are at risk All women are at risk Not having children Not having children Exercise Exercise Breastfeeding Breastfeeding Birth Control Pills Birth Control Pills Hormone Replacement Therapy Hormone Replacement Therapy Alcohol Alcohol

  12. A Good Breast Health Plan • Mammograms • Clinical Breast Examination (CBE) • Self Awareness (Monthly Self Exams) (BSE)

  13. Mammography Average-size lump found by woman practicing occasional breast self-exam (BSE) Average-size lump found by woman practicing regular breast self-exam (BSE) Average-size lump found by first mammogram Average-size lump found by getting regular mammograms

  14. Warning Signs Warning signs and symptoms: • Painless lump or thickening • Thickening or swelling that persist • Nipple pain or retraction • Breast skin irritation or dimpling • Spontaneous discharge Early breast cancer may not have symptoms.

  15. American Cancer SocietyScreening Recommendations • Annual mammograms, starting at age 40 • Clinical breast exams • every year starting at age 40 • every 3 years for women age 20-39 • Self-breast exams monthly, starting at age 20

  16. Mammogram: Things to Consider. • Cost. • What to wear? • Who will perform the mammogram? • Time for procedure. • You may feel some discomfort. • When to expect the results? • 1 or 2 mammograms out of every 1,000 lead to a diagnosis of cancer. • How often should I get a mammogram?

  17. Breast Cancer Treatments • Surgery • Chemotheraphy • Radiation Therapy • Hormone Theraphy • Immunotherapy

  18. Nutrition Guidelines • Eat a variety of healthful foods, with an emphasis on plant sources. • Adopt a physically active lifestyle. • Maintain a healthful weight throughout life. • If you drink alcoholic beverages, limit consumptions.

  19. Resources Low income and uninsured women could have their clinical breast exam and mammogram throught the BreasTEST & MOREat low or not cost to them. For more information please call 1-800-227-2345 and ask for the closest center to you place of residence.

  20. For more information 1-800-ACS-2345 www.cancer.org

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