I need sources for all answers...My two biggest questions are 'What are some causes of breast cancer?' and 'What are some environmental effects on breast cancer?' I would really appreciate it if someone would post an answer that's worth reading...and would answer soon.
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There are no known causes for breast cancer, but there are many risk factors that increase the chances of contracting the disease. Some of these you can't control, like gender (100 times more common in women), age (nearly 8 out of 10 breast cancers are found in women over 50), and family history. Click the link below (from the American Cancer Society) for more info. It is a pretty comprehensive list. The strongest known environmental risk factor for breast cancer is exposure to ionizing radiation. A strong association has been observed between high dose exposure in atomic bomb survivors and persons undergoing prolonged radiation treatment. But few studies have been conducted of low dose occupational exposures or common medical procedures. A variety of factors have been identified as suspected environmental risk factors for breast cancer. These include: light at night (disruptions in melatonin secretion), hormone disruptors (including an extensive list of widespread compounds such as phthalates), environmental pollutants (hydrocarbons, organochlorines), and occupational exposures (chemical, radiation
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