Ca breast awareness for the general public

A short awareness on breast cancer in the view of rising cases of ca breast for general population describing the warning signs and when to visit the doctor and most importantly how to be breast aware.

1. CITY PINK PARTY Breast cancer Awareness Dr Pragya Assistant professor General surgery

2. Breast cancer awareness 🌸 What is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is an abnormal growth of cells in the breast tissue that can invade nearby tissue or spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body 📊 Epidemiology Most common cancer among women worldwide.
In India, 1 in 22 women is likely to develop breast cancer during her lifetime.
Increasing incidence, especially in urban areas and younger women (<50 years).

3. 🧬 Risk Factors Age > 40 years

Family history of breast or ovarian cancer

Genetic mutations (BRCA1, BRCA2)

Early menarche / Late menopause Nulliparity or first pregnancy after 30

Obesity, alcohol, hormone therapy, and sedentary lifestyle

4. 🔍 Warning Signs Lump or thickening in the breast or underarm

Change in breast size, shape, or contour

Nipple discharge (especially bloody)

Retraction or inversion of nipple

Skin changes (dimpling, redness, peau d’orange appearance)

5. 🩺 Screening & Early Detection


> 🎀 “Early detection saves lives.” Method Frequency Target Self breast examination (SBE) Monthly Women > 20 years Clinical breast examination Every 1 to 3years Women ( 20-40 yrs) Mammography Every 2 years Women 40- 74 yrs

6. 💪 Prevention Maintain a healthy weight

Engage in regular physical activity

Limit alcohol and fat intake

Breastfeed if possible

Avoid smoking

Regular screening and awareness

7. ❤️ Support & survivorship Encourage for open discussion to family members. Emotional physical and mental support and social support is vital. Enthusiasm for recovery. Routine follow up and check ups.

8. 🌷 Key Message

> “Breast cancer is curable if detected early. Check yourself, spread awareness, save lives.”