Health
1. Obesity Obesity is linked to a number of diseases – cardiac problems, hypertension, Breast Cancer, and several others.
2. Smoking & Alcohol Consumption This harmful lifestyle habit damages the cells and impairs the cell repair capacity, making you susceptible to various cancers, including Breast Cancer.
3. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) The usage of this therapy for combating the effects of menopause has been associated with the increased risk of Breast Cancer.
4. Ignoring Your Health Many times, women do notice symptoms or breast lumps but tend to ignore it and not consult a doctor, believing that it isn’t harmful.
5. Lack Of Awareness Contrary to the popular myth that Breast Cancer can occur only in older women, it can occur to women and men across ages, even below 50 years of age!
6. Ignoring Annual Health Checks Once you turn 30, you should make sure to go for health checkups at least once a year.
7. Ignoring Possible Symptoms Of Breast Cancer You should consult a doctor if they are facing symptoms like: pain, swelling, rash, any form of discharge, lumps, etc.