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Breast Cancer
SYMPTOMS. There will be a painless lump or mass slowly growing in the
breast. There may also be a distortion of the breast contour, elevated or
retracted nipples, dimpling of the skin over the cancer and an orange-skin
appearance that is produced by pitting of the breast.
CAUSES are unknown at this time. It is most common in women and occurs only
in a small percentage of men. There are rare occurrences before the age of
30 but percentages increase after menopause.
TREATMENT. Consult your doctor immediately.
.Early diagnoses is essential for increasing the chances of a cure.