The risk of breast cancer in the Western Woman is increasing and the lifetime expected risk is now approximately 1:7.
You can have your personal risk assessed with a simple computerized program...........THE GAIL RISK .
If there is a strong family history one cane be tested for a Gene Dislocation such as BRCA 1 or 2. This must be done in a specialist Genetic Clinic where specialised counseling and advice can be given if the test is positive.
Known increased risk factors for Breast cancer are: -
Genetic...Family history of first degree female relatives.
No childbirth
Obesity
Alcohol abuse.....more than two units of spirits per day.
Early menarche and late menopause.
