How Breast Cancer Affects Women

Introduction There is a misconception that breast cancer affects only women. That is false. Breast cancer can affect both men and women. Though, breast cancer in men is rare, it is still possible. Statistics have shown that white-non Hispanic women are the most susceptible to breast cancer due in part to genetic factors. African American women have higher rates of mortality due to the fact that they are less likely to get screened for breast cancer. Breast cancer and all other cancers are caused by abnormal and rapid cell growth which then invades tissues, organs, and later different parts of the body if it is not detected on time.
Pathophysiology
Breast cancer is a terrible disease that can be deadly if not treated on time. Many women tend to not get screened for breast cancer and when they get screened it is already too late. …show more content…
Breast cancer is caused by abnormal cell growth. Cells begin to grow uncontrollably which then create a mass and that is how malignant tumors are formed. Cancer cells grow uncontrollably which then invade normal body tissue, organs and later the whole body if not treated on time. (Cooper, 2000). Malignant tumors are those that metastasize and invade different parts of the body. They can spread to different areas of the body through the lymphatic system or the circulatory system. (Cooper, 2000)

Populations Affected There is a misconception that breast cancer affects only women. That is false, men like women are also susceptible of being victims of this terrible disease called cancer. It is very rare for men to be diagnosed with breast cancer but it is still possible. It is true though, that women are at higher risk of being victims of breast cancer than men. Breast