Male breast cancer Flashcards
(12 cards)
Describe the structure of the male breast
A rudimentary, non-lobulated structure found just under the nipple-areola complex
How common is male breast cancer
Makes up 0.6-1% of all breast cancers
Peak age of male breast cancer
75
What race is most at risk of breast cancer
African-Carribean
Lifestyle factors that increase risk of male breast cancer
High BMI
Alcohol
Smoking
Does gynaecomastia increase risk of breast cancer
NO
What are some environmental factors that increase risk of male breast cancer
Atomic bomb survivors
Radiotherapy
Hot work environment (E.g Furnaces, Steel workers)
What are some hormonal factors that increase risk of male breast cancer
- Exogenous (Proastate cancer, transexuals)
- Endogenous (XXY, Obesity, Testicular problems)
How does male breast cancer present?
Lump
Dimpled or depressed skin
Nipple discharge
Nipple change
Texture change
Redness
Pain in the breast or armpit
What is the triple assessment of breast cancer?
- Clinical examination
- Imaging
- Biopsy
How does male breast cancer prognosis compare to female
They are relatively similar
How does race affect prognosis of male breast cancer
Afro-Caribbean and Caucasians decreased survival over Hispanic, Asians and Pacific
