Certain unhealthy habits and environmental factors can cause "gene breakdown" and increase the risk of breast cancer.
A comment on this issue was given by plastic surgeon, professor of the Department of Oncology, Radiotherapy and Reconstructive Surgery at Sechenov University Olesya Startseva.
She said that a link has been discovered between genetics and the development of breast cancer, Izvestia writes.
Scientists point to specific genes associated with the development of this disease.
The doctor emphasized that smoking and drinking alcohol significantly increase the risk of developing breast cancer.
Working in conditions of constant nervous tension can also contribute to the disease.
Stressful factors in patients' lives are often triggers for the development of cancer.
The doctor advised every woman to visit a mammologist every year and undergo an ultrasound of the mammary glands.
After age 40, women also need to have mammograms.
