Which women are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer?

Positive Family History: Breast or ovarian cancer has been diagnosed in one or more family members (blood relatives). However, not every breast cancer patient’s first degree relative is automatically classified as “high risk” for breast cancer.

One or more family members (blood relatives) are known to have a ‘genetic’ defect that causes breast cancer. This significantly raises the likelihood of having breast cancer.

Previous Chest wall radiation therapy: If a woman has had radiation therapy to her chest wall for any reason, she is at a higher risk of developing breast cancer.

Dr. Arohi Tasgaonkar is a MS Obtetrician & Gynecologist in Thane...Read more about her.