#Repost @drcindymduke ・・・ Did you know, Men can get Breast Cancer too? I know because a male relative of mine did... * Compared to Breast Cancer in women, it’s rare! Less than 1% (1 in 1000) of men will get Breast Cancer. However, if caught early, a man with Breast Cancer has exceptional chances of surviving the disease. * While diagnosis and treatment of Breast Cancer in men is similar to the process for women, it is highly recommended that any man with Breast Cancer get genetic testing to see if he is a carrier for the Breast Cancer gene (e.g BRCA). This is important to do because if he has a daughter who inherits the gene, she has an up to 80% chance of developing breast cancer and up to 40% chance of developing ovarian cancer. In addition, he and his sons, if they inherit the gene, are at risk for developing prostate cancer at a young age. * So, how can a guy get screened for Breast Cancer? Firstly, he or his healthcare provider should do a Breast exam. Specifically, if you feel a hard lump or growth underneath the nipple or areola, you should get it checked out, ASAP. Men carry a higher mortality, from Breast Cancer, than women do, because awareness among men is less and they are less likely to assume a lump is Breast Cancer, which can cause a delay in seeking treatment. * Which men seem to be at higher risk for developing Breast Cancer? Those with first degree relatives (Dad, Mom, Brother, Sister) who had Breast Cancer, those with history of exposure to radiation or those exposed to prolonged and high levels of estrogen hormone. * If you’re a guy, or you know a guy, who might be high risk for developing Breast Cancer, go see your healthcare provider. Get examined. Get genetic counseling. * 💕💕Early Detection Saves Lives!💕💕 * #rethinkpink #breastcancerawareness #mengetbreastcancertoo #earlydetectionsaveslives #blueribboncampaign #familymedicine #hormonetherapy #iseeyououtherelookinglikeablessing #iseeyououtherelookinglikeablessingBeatCancer https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo8aEfglj1D/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1n39daiibw22m