Breast cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breast, most commonly in the ducts or lobules. The cancer cells can travel to different parts of the body through the lymph nodes. It can be caused by genetic factors, hormonal influences, lifestyle habits, and environmental exposures.
Breast cancer usually affects women. However, it can also occur in men and children, though the incidence is rare. In India, breast cancer has become the most common cancer among women. Common symptoms of breast cancer include a lump in the breast, changes in breast shape or size, nipple discharge, or skin dimpling.
Breast cancer treatment depends on the stage and extent of cancer. It may involve surgery to remove the tumor, which can range from removing just the lump to the entire breast. It is often combined with chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or hormone therapy, depending on the type and stage of cancer.
