LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – October marks Breast Most cancers Consciousness Month, and now, increasingly ladies below 40 are being recognized with breast most cancers.
Hallie Goldstein has a historical past of cysts, so when she seen a lump on her breast, she did not suppose a lot of it. Nevertheless, inside a couple of weeks, Hallie was recognized with Grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC), an invasive type of breast most cancers, at simply 29 years outdated.
“I think I was more in shock than anything,” recalled Hallie.
About 11% of ladies recognized with breast most cancers are below the age of 40. In response to a latest report from the American Most cancers Society, that quantity continues to rise.
“We think some of the increase in the risk of developing breast cancer for young women is attributable to reproductive patterns. Women are waiting to have their first child until later and later,” stated Dr. Anne Partridge, Breast Oncologist at Dana-Farber Most cancers Institute.
Different potential causes embody much less bodily exercise, weight achieve and environmental elements.
Dr. Partridge recommends realizing your breasts and alerting your physician to any regarding indicators, signs or modifications. You also needs to know your loved ones historical past and begin getting mammograms by age 40 on the newest.
In the meantime, Dr. Partridge is optimistic about Hallie and her therapy plan.
“The vast majority of women diagnosed with breast cancer, including young women with breast cancer, will live through and beyond their breast cancer and do well,” Dr. Partridge added.
“My plans for life were just completely halted almost, so that can be frustrating, but I’m very grateful,” Hallie stated.
