According to data released by the Chinese Cancer Society in 2020, the incidence of breast cancer has surpassed the first place in lung cancer among malignant tumors, and one woman in China is diagnosed with breast cancer every 1 minute, becoming the number one killer that damages women's health.

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"Early screening, early diagnosis, early treatment" is an effective means to prevent breast cancer, in addition to a large number of clinical studies and patient follow-up, some risk factors that may lead to breast cancer have been found, and we can effectively reduce the occurrence of breast cancer through etiological prevention.
Risk factors for breast cancer
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Genetic factors
Family history of breast cancer and breast cancer-associated gene mutations, respectively.
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History of breast disease
Such as dysplasia, sclerosing adenopathy, lobular carcinoma in situ, etc.
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gender
The lifetime risk of breast cancer in women is about 100 times that of men.
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age
In China, the average age at which breast cancer is diagnosed is 45-55 years. Breast disease is less common in women under 20 years of age.
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The density of breast glands is high
Studies have shown that women with high density of breast glands on x-ray have an increased risk of breast cancer, and the higher the density of glands, the higher the risk of breast cancer.
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High body mass index after menopause
For postmenopausal women, being overweight or obese is a risk factor for breast cancer. However, for premenopausal women, the relationship between the two still needs further study.
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Chest reflex material contact
Exposure to reflective substances mainly refers to exposure to large doses, and smaller doses of radiographic examination are not a risk factor for breast cancer.
Note: Radiation therapy for breast cancer does not increase the risk of breast cancer recurrence!

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How can I reduce my risk of breast cancer?
Some of these high-risk factors cannot be changed. But some risk factors can reduce breast cancer risk through individual active modification!
Reduce alcohol intake
In addition to reducing the risk of breast cancer, abstinence from alcohol can also reduce the risk of diseases such as cardiovascular disease and alcoholic cirrhosis.

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Achieve and maintain a healthy weight
Premenopausal and postmenopausal weight control can reduce the risk of breast cancer after menopause and should bring weight into the normal range.
WHO Body mass index criteria:18.5-24.9 kg/m²
Asian BMI standard:18.5-22.9 kg/m²

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Proper nutrition and diet
A balanced diet is an essential element of maintaining health and should conform to the dietary structure of the dietary pyramid. Mainly grains, eat more vegetables and fruits, eat an appropriate amount of meat, fish, eggs and milk and their substitutes, reduce salt, oil and sugar.

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Participate in physical activity regularly
Although the optimal amount of exercise to reduce breast cancer risk is unclear, it is currently considered to be the WHO recommended amount of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week.

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Stay moderately stressed and happy
Mental stress can lead to a variety of psychiatric and psychosomatic disorders. You should try to keep your mood happy and regulate your psychological state.

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In addition to the above measures, estrogen and progesterone replacement therapy should be avoided, chest exposure to radioactive substances should be avoided, smoking cessation, etc. should be avoided. Preventive interventions for high-risk groups may also use medications and surgery.
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