Health care
BY BRITTANY ANDERSON
Austin-area expert shares insight on breast cancer October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Christal Murray, a hematology and medical oncology specialist at Baylor Scott & White Cancer Center-Round Rock, shared her insight with Community Impact . What are some common signs of breast cancer? Women who are getting mammograms are typi- cally diagnosed at earlier stages, before they would develop any symptoms. If a woman does have symptoms, they may notice a breast mass or a mass in the armpit, ... breast pain or nipple drainage, or skin changes, such as redness or an ulcer. Who is most at risk? The risk of breast cancer increases with age. Women are at higher risk than men. However, about 1% of all breast cancers do occur in men. Women with a family history of breast or ovarian
cancers are at higher risk for developing breast cancer, as well as women with more dense breasts. Have there been any recent advancements in treating this? In the last five years, we have had significant advances in radiation as well as in chemotherapy and hormone therapy, which can work to improve outcomes as well as tolerance of treatments. It has been a hopeful time in breast cancer research. What preventative measures do you recommend be taken? There are some lifestyle changes that can lower the risk of developing breast cancer, such as maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, avoiding hormone replacement therapy, not using tobacco and limiting alcohol consumption.
This interview has been edited for length and clarity. For a longer version, visit communityimpact.com .
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