Breast Cancer: Busting Common Myths By Lillie Shockney, R.N., M.A.S. - Posted Tue, Oct 23, 2007, 1:18 am PDT

1. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Sep 24, 2007, 6:09 pm PDT

I think the jury is out on a couple of thses items. Having had breast cancer I say why take the chance? This is reminiscent of how many years we were told that hydrogenated oils were not harmful. I have articles writen in the 70's talking about problems with them. On the issue of Antiperspirant please see: http://www.webmd.com/breast-cancer/news/20040112/antiperspirant-chemical-found-in-breast-tumors And on Shampoos and other cosmetics see: http://www.breastcancerfund.org/site/pp.asp?c=kwKXLdPaE&b=1203361

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2. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Wed, Sep 26, 2007, 6:56 pm PDT

very informational, i think

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3. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sat, Sep 29, 2007, 7:01 am PDT

Did you ever stop to think that the one percent of men getting breast cancer could be from them putting a cellphone inside of their shirt pocket? It has already been proven that higher levels of radiation are transmitting from our cellphones higher than we once thought, even when it's off. With all the lead laden products made in china coming into this country, not to mention the other toxic chemicals they have in there, I'd say there's plenty to worry about with the hygiene products. It's a cancer causing industry. I'd only use organic products and what's made in the usa. Who's to say a person in a polluted city isn't more at risk for lung cancer than a person smoking a pack of cigarettes a day? If that person is inhaling car exhaust as he or she exercises, goes to and from work in that pollution, then it isn't any healthier for the person than smoking a pack of cigarettes a day. The problem with the medical community is that they never look at the big picture and try to piece anything together like what the habits and environment of the person with cancer have been. Usually it's something linked to his or her environment. Even the treatment itself. The only myth here is that the medical community can be trusted to put out good information to the public.

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4. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sun, Sep 30, 2007, 10:48 pm PDT

Recently, a very close friend died of breast cancer. THe irony is that she is not under the risky category at all. She was a vegetarian who was in her early thirties, did not smoke or drink and does not have a family history of breast cancer. It really brought home the fact that anyone can be a victim of this fatal illness unless they discover it early and go for chemotheraphy. It also made me realise how much we take our health for granted instead of looking out for early signs.

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5. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 5:59 am PDT

Actually...radiation is a known cause of cancer. While a mammogram by itself is only a small dose of radiation and needs to be balanced against the diagnostic benefit, it still adds to the cumulative load of radiation in the body. It is also worth noting that several new studies indicate that cell phones may indeed be dangerous, these studies have been widely publicized in Europe but not in the U.S. Yahoo may want to do some more research before offering these misleading assurances.

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6. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 7:38 am PDT

thanks this helped me understand more about breast cancer. some things i all ready knew, but this cleared up alot of questions.

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7. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 8:36 am PDT

I disagree with your percent .My sister-in-law had breast radiation induced cancer .My dearest cousin had mammo. next year mammo showed stage 4 . both are now deceased

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8. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 10:41 am PDT

Great blog Lillie. Your information and statistics were very interesting and helpful. I learned a couple of new things. I am currently writing a paper on male breast cancer and plan on using some of your topics. Thanks, Megan

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9. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 10:48 am PDT

DEAR AUTHOR ACCORDING TO OUR INFORMATION, INDIAN AYURVEDIC MEDICINE CAN CURE BREAST CANCER, FOR FURTEHR DETAILS PLEASE SEND DETAILS OF THE PATIONANENT

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10. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 10:48 am PDT

DEAR AUTHOR ACCORDING TO OUR INFORMATION, INDIAN AYURVEDIC MEDICINE CAN CURE BREAST CANCER, FOR FURTEHR DETAILS PLEASE SEND DETAILS OF THE PATIONANENT

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11. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 11:59 am PDT

I had some cyst in my breast. I was lucky to have the best top doctor. I have had ultrasound and needle biopsy and I get yearly mammogram. I want to encourage other young lady who are in their middle 40 to go and get yearly mammogram. please don't wait. it can save your life. I was lucky.

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12. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 12:56 pm PDT

I have my mammogram done in the same month as my birthday. This year, I thought I would put it off for a month but at the last minute decided to keep my appointment. To my surprise, I learned that I had breast cancer. I didn't feel the lump in my self exams. I'm glad I didn't wait the extra month. The cancer would have grown. I have a 90% survival rate. The chemo is rough but I'm fighting for my life and it's going to be a long one!

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13. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 2:54 pm PDT

Thanks!

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14. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Mon, Oct 01, 2007, 2:59 pm PDT

Is there a relation between contraceptives and/or abortion and breast cancer?

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15. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Tue, Oct 02, 2007, 4:44 am PDT

I have question. On my left side of the breast sometimes pains and i always think it might be a cancer. Am i right

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