loader
img
Breast Cancer in India: A Growing Concern

Breast cancer is becoming an increasingly pressing health issue in India, with rising incidence rates in recent years. Several factors contribute to this trend:

  • Lifestyle Changes: Urbanization and changes in lifestyle, including dietary habits and reduced physical activity, contribute to higher breast cancer rates.
  • Delayed Childbearing: Women are choosing to have children later in life, which is associated with increased breast cancer risk.
  • Awareness and Screening: While awareness is improving, there is still a lack of widespread, routine screening which delays diagnosis.
  • Genetic Factors: Certain genetic predispositions within populations may also play a role.
  • Healthcare Access: Variability in healthcare access and quality means that many women do not receive timely diagnosis and treatment.

Statistics:
  • Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Indian women, accounting for 27% of all cancers in women.
  • The age-standardized incidence rate of breast cancer in India is approximately 25.8 per 100,000 women.
Causes of Breast Cancer

The exact cause of breast cancer is not fully understood, but several risk factors are associated with an increased likelihood of developing the disease:

  • Genetics: Mutations in certain genes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, significantly increase the risk.
  • Family History: A history of breast cancer in close relatives can indicate a higher risk.
  • Age: The risk increases with age, particularly after 50.
  • Hormonal Factors: Early menstruation, late menopause, and hormone replacement therapy can increase risk.
  • Lifestyle Factors: Obesity, alcohol consumption, and a sedentary lifestyle are linked to higher risks.
  • Radiation Exposure: Previous radiation treatment to the chest can elevate risk.
Call Us 24/7
Helpline Number
+91 98250 21829
Location

We have specialty in Minimal Invasive Cancer surgery with Robotic and Laparoscopy surgery.

Other Links

Useful Links

Contact Us

Copyright © 2024 JP Cancer Care. All Rights Reserved. Design and develop by Arowa Webtech.