2023-10-08 15:46:45
Breast cancer has been an issue of public health and attention for decades. Despite the medical advances and campaigns that have been developed to prevent and promptly treat this disease, there is still much to do. Next we will talk about the different hormonal factors that are related to breast cancer.
Hormones are chemical substances that are produced in the glands of our body and act as messengers, regulating vital functions, from growth to reproduction for the survival of the species. In particular, estrogens, which are produced by the ovaries, have been at the center of the breast cancer debate. Age and female gender are significant factors for its development, for example breast cancer occurs in 7% of women over 70 years of age and is 100 times more common in women than in men.
Women’s cycles are regulated by hormones from puberty to menopause. But how are hormones connected to breast cancer?
Duration of exposure. Those women who begin puberty early or those women who enter menopause late have more years of exposure to estrogens.
Maternity and age: Women who have not had babies or those who have their babies after age 30 may be at greater risk. Due to its relationship with hormones and balance in the body.
Hormone replacement therapy: The combination of estrogens and progestogens during the climacteric stage. While it may be beneficial for some women, for others it may increase the risk of breast cancer.
Other factors to consider
We cannot talk about breast cancer only from the hormonal aspect. There are other factors to take into account:
Family history: Genes are important and play a crucial role. Some genes such as BRCA1 and BRCA2 may be associated with an increased risk.
High body weight and height are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. However, the risk of breast cancer associated with patient weight assessed by body mass index differs from the stage of menopause.
The lifestyle. Consuming alcohol or having poor eating habits can increase estrogen levels.
Knowing is the first step to prevent. Although we cannot change our genes or some biological factors, we can make informed decisions about our health, such as exercising, reducing alcohol consumption, maintaining an appropriate weight and, if necessary, discussing the risks and benefits of therapy with your doctor. hormone replacement.
Breast cancer, like any disease, is a complex interaction between hereditary burden, lifestyle and environment. Understanding the influence of our hormones on this type of cancer allows us to face it more efficiently with more information and empowerment.
In this month of the fight against breast cancer, we invite you to join us regardless of gender or age, to educate yourself and talk about breast cancer, to undergo regular check-ups and support those who face this disease. Knowledge and prevention are our weapons to confront it. EVERYONE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST BREAST CANCER.
1696782641
#Talking #medicine #health #Understanding #breast #cancer #hormonal #connections #Sol #Tampico