3. Limit hormone replacement therapy:

It is found by the women health initiatives that using estrogen plus progestin therapy to manage menopausal symptoms increases the risk of breast cancer.

If you have a family history of breast cancer, then you should take some precautionary measures. One should consult doctor before using this hormone therapy.

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4. Early detection:

The prognosis is excellent if, in early stages the breast cancer is detected. If one found any abnormality in breast then one should consult a doctor.

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5. Avoid radiations:

Mammograms, x-rays, high tech screening test and ionizing radiation, all of these cause DNA mutation in cells. X rays should be performed when prescribed by physician.

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6. Breastfeeding:

Breastfeeding reduces the risk of breast cancer.

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