Breast Cancer: Understanding, Detection, and Treatment
Introduction Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent and potentially life-threatening forms of cancer affecting women worldwide. This article aims to shed light on this disease by discussing its nature, risk factors, detection methods, and treatment options. Early detection and improved treatments have led to better survival rates, but awareness and education are still essential to combat breast cancer effectively. Understanding Breast Cancer Breast cancer is a malignant condition that develops when abnormal cells in the breast multiply uncontrollably, forming a tumor. These cancerous cells can invade nearby tissues and, in advanced stages, spread to distant parts of the body through the bloodstream or lymphatic system, a process known as metastasis. The majority of breast cancers originate in the milk ducts (ductal carcinoma) or lobules (lobular carcinoma) of the breast. While it is predominantly a disease that affects women, men can also develop breast cancer, although ...