Tag: breastDensity

Breast density: Dense breasts have a higher ratio of fibroglandular tissue to fat than normal breasts. Women with dense breasts have far greater risk of breast cancer compared to those with mostly fatty breasts.

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04/15/17
Air pollution may heighten BC risk by increasing breast density
01/23/17
Breast cancer in 2nd degree relatives can further increase risk
06/09/15
Alcohol increases breast density in women already at high BC risk
07/02/14
Sweet food and beverage consumption is linked to breast density
01/19/14
High dietary omega-6 to omega-3 fat ratio may increase breast density
10/23/13
Olive oil could reduce breast density but milk might increase it
05/21/13
Reduction in breast density due to tamoxifen is favorable
01/31/13
Radiation treatment improves survival in women with dense breasts
02/07/12
Birth weight and childhood stature influence breast cancer risk
10/14/11
High consumption of saturated fat linked to increased breast density
02/18/11
High mid-life calorie intake is linked to increased breast density
11/12/10
Cadmium exposure may increase breast density, heightening BC risk
10/18/10
Women with DCIS and dense breasts have a higher risk of additional BC
07/29/10
HRT increases risk of BC, especially for those with dense breasts
05/02/10
Reductions in breast density can reduce breast cancer risk

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