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Age - The median age of diagnosis of breast cancer for women in the U.S. is 62.

Race - African American women are more likely to develop more aggressive, more advanced-stage breast cancer that is diagnosed at a young age.

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Breast cancer prevention starts with healthy habits — such as limiting alcohol and staying physically active.

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One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women.

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Breast cancer starts when cells in the breast cancer begin to grow out of control. These cells usually form a tumor that can often be seen on an x-ray or felt as a lump.

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Breast Cancer Type and Stage: What You Need to Know

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Certain inherited genes. About 5% to 10% of breast cancer cases are thought to be hereditary, meaning that they result directly from gene defects (called mutations) passed on from a parent.

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After puberty, a woman's breast consists of fat, connective tissue,, tiny glands that produce milk for breast-feeding. Tiny tubes, or ducts, carry the milk toward the nipple.

In cancer, the body's cells multiply uncontrollably. It is the excessive cell growth that causes cancer.

Breast cancer usually starts in the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply them with milk. From there, it can spread to other parts of the body.

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Breastcancer.org - Breast Cancer Information and Support

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We are your go-to resource for clear, reliable, accurate, and up-to-date breast cancer information as well as community support.

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lump in the breast
discharge/bleeding from nipple
redness  or swollen lymph nodes.

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Treatment depends on the stage of cancer. It may consist of chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery.