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Factors for Higher Breast Cancer Risk

March 9, 2023 by Breast Institute

For many, the risks of cancer are hereditary. But many factors throughout one’s life can also contribute to a higher risk of breast cancer, especially in those who are aging or battling with their health. One thing your breast cancer specialist in Austin wants you to know is that even if you have a high risk of getting cancer, that does not guarantee that you will get it. There are many steps you can take to prevent the further development of risk. Factors for Higher Breast Cancer Risk Today, Breast Institute Austin will highlight some of the major factors for higher breast cancer risk that we have monitored in our patients. Some risk factors can be reversed or reduced, while others may be permanent. Get in touch with your doctor to find out how you can get the best care. Flexible Risk Factors There are several factors that may …

Myths About Cancer Causes

November 7, 2022 by Breast Institute

In a world of rapidly-spreading misinformation, people can attribute just about anything as a cause of cancer. That is why our breast cancer specialists are here to bust the most common myths about cancer causes to help you get closer to the truth. In addition to offering the best breast tumor treatment options in Austin, the Breast Institute of Austin provides several prevention and evaluation services to help all types of patients dealing with cancer-related issues. Myths About Cancer Causes Below, we’ll list the 5 biggest myths about the causes of cancer and replace them with the truth so you know what lifestyle habits to avoid – and which ones you don’t need to worry about. Myth: Microwaves Cause Cancer Some folks shy away from the ease and convenience of a microwave as they believe that plastic wraps and other containers can release cancer-causing toxins into the air when …

What Every Woman Should Know About Breast Cancer

October 6, 2022 by Breast Institute

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All women have potential risk for breast cancer. As women get older, this risk increases, but it’s never too soon to become more informed about breast cancer! Knowing about breast cancer prevention could save your life. Keep reading if you want to learn what every woman should know about breast cancer! What Every Woman Should Know About Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Prevention Tips There are multiple ways you can proactively manage your health that might reduce your breast cancer risk. Your weight and amount of physical activity, as well as your lifestyle, all have the potential to contribute to your risk. Additionally, certain hormonal treatments can contribute to risk. Weight and Breast Cancer If you are overweight or have gained weight as an adult, your risk for postmenopausal breast cancer is higher. Maintaining a healthy weight can be easier with a healthy diet. Staying physically active could contribute to …

Ways to Maintain Breast Health

January 10, 2022 by Breast Institute

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Healthy breast tissue is a vital component to general human health for people regardless of their biological sex. However, biological women do need to be even more aware of their breast health. Due to their cyclical exposure to higher levels of estrogen and progesterone, biological women are far more likely to develop breast cancer during their lifetime. In fact, only 1% of all breast cancer cases occur in biological men. Let’s look at ways to maintain breast health. Ways to Maintain Breast Health Breast health isn’t that different from any other aspect of your health. You will thrive when you manage your stress, get enough sleep, stay hydrated, eat nutritionally-balanced meals, and exercise a few days a week. With that said, there are specific things you can do within those categories to be even kinder to your breasts. These are our top suggestions for breast cancer prevention in Austin. …

Smoking and Breast Cancer Risk

October 6, 2021 by Breast Institute

Woman smoking and increasing her breast cancer risk

At least 70 of the 5000 plus chemicals released by cigarette smoke are directly linked to an increased risk of cancer. These are known as carcinogens, and they use your lungs as an entry point before traveling throughout your body. Once inside, a carcinogen can increase your risk of cancer in two ways, depending on its form. It may alter your cellular metabolism to increase the rate of cell division, or it may actually damage your DNA. Both of these result in a change to normal cellular processes and increase the chance of mutations, which could result in the development of cancer. Let’s look at the relationship between smoking and breast cancer risk. Smoking and Breast Cancer Risk This is why smoking is regularly associated with increased cancer rates, especially in the lungs where the carcinogens are immediately received. Unfortunately, that isn’t where they stay. The carcinogens introduced to …

How to Limit Breast Cancer Risk?

December 6, 2020 by Breast Institute

We all like to think that we have some level of control over our own lives. There are conscious decisions we make that can increase the chance of a positive outcome, but life has a way of throwing curveballs when we least expect it. There is no way to guarantee that you will never develop breast cancer. However, you can take steps to limit your risk and maximize your chance of finding a tumor early by using preventative measures and preserving your general health. These are just a few ways you can work towards that goal. How to Limit Breast Cancer Risk? Knowing how to limit your breast cancer risk is an important step to take in your life. Your body, and your mind, will appreciate it. For the best breast cancer treatment Austin has, visit the Breast Institute of Austin. If you have any concerns, our lumpectomy expert …

The Top Tips for Breast Health

December 10, 2020October 5, 2020 by Breast Institute

When it comes to our breasts, there are several concerns. Many women worry about the appearance of their breasts, the signs of aging, and whether or not the bras they wear are actually giving them the support and comfort they need. Even more importantly, we worry about our health. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, one out of every eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point. Our breast health is extremely important, and yet many women don’t know that there are factors they can actually control to reduce the likelihood of a cancer diagnosis. We call these the top tips for breast health. For more information, visit the top breast cancer surgeon Austin has around. The Top Tips for Breast Health To give you a better understanding of what affects your breast health and what you can do to improve it, we have compiled …

The Link between Smoking and Breast Cancer

December 10, 2020July 6, 2020 by Breast Institute

Smoking and breast cancer are quite strongly linked.

It is a well-established fact that smoking negatively impacts your health. The carbon monoxide expressed lowers the level of oxygenation in your blood, slowing down the healing process and general cell regeneration. The chemical mixture that is fast-tracked into your lungs is laced with carcinogens and other harmful materials. The result is that the average smoker’s lifespan is ten years shorter than the average lifespan of a non-smoker. Unfortunately, the harm from smoking affects more than just the lungs. Bronchitis and lung cancer remain two of the leading causes of death for people who smoke. Still, heart disease, stroke, and other cancers that target the thoracic and abdominal regions are also more common in smokers. This appears to include breast cancer. Research in Progress With a notable increase in breast cancer among premenopausal women over the past forty years, researchers have become increasingly interested in what factors put younger …

Can a Benign Breast Cyst Turn into Cancer?

September 17, 2020May 6, 2019 by Breast Institute

According to breastcancer.org, about 25% of breast masses turn out to be cysts. Cysts are round or oval organic structures filled with fluid. Many people think we can feel all breast cysts through the skin. Although this is true of many cysts, some are so small they are only detected with diagnostic imaging. A cyst that you can feel OR seen through imaging is a “gross cyst.” Still, some cysts are so tiny that they are virtually undetectable until they grow.

The Link Between Infertility Treatment and Breast Cancer

September 17, 2020April 25, 2019 by Breast Institute

According to breastcancer.org, fertility treatments seem to affect breast cancer risk in younger women who succeed in conceiving. These findings are from a July 12, 2012, study by the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Women whose fertility treatments resulted in conception were found more likely to develop breast cancer than those who did not conceive.