HCG Oncology

  Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer death in women after lung cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is also the most commonly diagnosed Cancer in African American and Indian women. The good news is that breast cancer is one of the cancers that can be effectively treated with early detection and Treatment.    What is breast cancer?    Breast cancer is a disease that affects the female breast. Breast cancer occurs when cells in the breast grow out of control.    Most cases of breast cancer are caused by a combination of genes and lifestyle factors, including age, obesity, family history, and exposure to radiation or chemicals. However, breast cancer can also occur due to changes (mutations) in the DNA of a single cell.    There are many types of breast cancer, but all forms share some standard features. Breast cancers can either be estrogen -positive or -negative.    Estrogen -positive breast cancers tend to

  Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer, affecting women of all ages. While it can be a scary diagnosis, many treatment options can help patients manage their disease and achieve remission. This comprehensive guide will cover everything from breast cancer symptoms and risk factors to diagnostic tests and treatment options.    Risk factors for breast cancer    Being a woman – Breast cancer is about 100 times more common in women than in men.    Getting older – Your breast cancer risk increases as you age. About two of three invasive breast cancers are found in women aged 55 or older. But, younger women can get breast cancer, too. In fact, about 1 in 8 invasive breast cancers are found in women younger than 45.    Having a family history of breast cancer – If you have a mother, sister, or daughter with breast cancer, your risk is about two to three times higher than average.    Having dense breasts – Dense breasts have less fat and more connective tissue than fatty