European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

YOUNG WOMEN ARE VULNERABLE TO BREAST CANCER

*Dr. Sathiyalatha Sarathi

ABSTRACT

Breast cancer is now the most common cancer in most cities in India and second most common in the rural areas. Breast cancer has ranked number one cancer among Indian females with age adjusted rate as high 25.8 per 100000 and mortality 12.7 per 100000 women. The incidence of breast cancer is among 20 – 40 age group and young women are becoming vulnerable to breast cancer. The Hindu (1 October 2017). The majority of breast cancer is diagnosed at a relatively advanced stage. The recent emphasis on education about breast cancer, early diagnosis and facilities for treatment are expected to bring about the needed improvement in breast cancer care in India.

Keywords: Breast Cancer, metastasis, tumours, self breast examination, mammogram, and mastectomy.