By Dr Vanitha Budhavaram, Specialist Breast Surgeon, Joondalup, Midland and Subiaco
Breast cancer is often thought of as a disease associated with older women, however, recent studies indicate an increased incidence in women younger than 40.
Early onset of breast cancer poses unique challenges in terms of detection, treatment, psycho-social impact and long-term outcomes. This trend reflects a growing global concern, as the prognosis in these women is poorer when compared to their older counterparts.
In Australia, one in 10 women with a breast cancer diagnosis are under the age of 40....
Breast cancer is often thought of as a disease associated with older women, however, recent studies indicate an increased incidence in women younger than 40.
Early onset of breast cancer poses unique challenges in terms of detection, treatment, psycho-social impact and long-term outcomes. This trend reflects a growing global concern, as the prognosis in these women is poorer when compared to their older counterparts.
In Australia, one in 10 women with a breast cancer diagnosis are under the age of 40....
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