Patient Awareness

Myth Busters: Common Misconceptions related to Breast Cancer

There are many misconceptions or myths around breast cancer. We have put together the most common ones and taken a closer look to unravel the truth behind them.

  • Myth 1: You won’t develop breast cancer unless it runs in your family.
  • Myth 2: If you carry the BRCA gene, you’ll get breast cancer.
  • Myth 3: Antiperspirants, bras, hair dyes, dairy, and cell phone use all cause breast cancer.
  • Myth 4: You can’t change your odds of getting breast cancer.
  • Myth 5: If you maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly, eat healthy, and limit alcohol consumption, you don’t have to worry about breast cancer.
  • Myth 6: People with breast cancer always find a lump.
  • Myth 7: Mammograms don’t save lives.
  • Myth 8: Breast implants can raise your cancer risk.
  • Myth 9: You can be too old (or too young) to get breast cancer.
Patient Awareness: Breast cancer mythbuster
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