Okay, this entry was written on the 20th, but I only just got around to posting it. :D
Hey everybody! As you’ve probably figured out, it’s October, and do you know what that means? It means… *drum roll*… it’s Breast Cancer Awareness month! Oh, yes, I’m sure you just wet yourself with excitement. Well, in honor of the month, I’ve decided to broaden your knowledge about it!
· In the US this year, there have been 207,090 new female and 1,970 new male cases reported. On top of that, 39,840 women and 390 men have died this year from the cancer.
· The older you get, the higher your risk gets.
· If a family member had, get checked.
· If you’ve never had a child, or had a child at an older age, your risk factor goes up.
· More Caucasian women are diagnosed than any other race.
· Studies suggest that the more you drink, the higher your chances get.
· Being overweight post-menopausal can increase your chances of developing the cancer.
· If you took DES when it was administered to expecting mothers between 1940 and 1971 steps up your risk.
· Look for a lump or thickening near the breast or in underarm area.
· If your breast changes in size or shape (post-puberty), it could indicate a presence of the cancer.
· Dimpling or puckering of the skin should be watched.
· An inverted nipple is a symptom.
· Discharge from the nipple, especially if bloody, should be reported to your doctor.
· Scaly or red swollen areas on the breast can be a problem.
· In Missouri, between the ages of 25 and 30, your percent chance of getting cancer triples.
Clearly, breast cancer is a problem. For more information on this and other types of cancer, visit cancer.gov.
Okay, there’s my soapbox. Getting down now.
· In the US this year, there have been 207,090 new female and 1,970 new male cases reported. On top of that, 39,840 women and 390 men have died this year from the cancer.
· The older you get, the higher your risk gets.
· If a family member had, get checked.
· If you’ve never had a child, or had a child at an older age, your risk factor goes up.
· More Caucasian women are diagnosed than any other race.
· Studies suggest that the more you drink, the higher your chances get.
· Being overweight post-menopausal can increase your chances of developing the cancer.
· If you took DES when it was administered to expecting mothers between 1940 and 1971 steps up your risk.
· Look for a lump or thickening near the breast or in underarm area.
· If your breast changes in size or shape (post-puberty), it could indicate a presence of the cancer.
· Dimpling or puckering of the skin should be watched.
· An inverted nipple is a symptom.
· Discharge from the nipple, especially if bloody, should be reported to your doctor.
· Scaly or red swollen areas on the breast can be a problem.
· In Missouri, between the ages of 25 and 30, your percent chance of getting cancer triples.
Clearly, breast cancer is a problem. For more information on this and other types of cancer, visit cancer.gov.
Okay, there’s my soapbox. Getting down now.
Today is the Baby Bro's B-day (try saying that 10 times fast) so it should be fun and exciting. Happy Birthday shout out to the bro!
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