What may increase your risk for a breast problem?
Some studies show that the risk of having a breast problem is higher for women who have any of the following conditions or take certain medicines. Be sure to tell your health professional.
Conditions
- Are of childbearing age
- Have irregular menstrual cycles
- Are older than age 60
Medicines
- Birth control pills (oral contraceptives)
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Infertility drugs
- Corticosteroids, such as prednisone
- Cimetidine, such as Tagamet
For information about factors that increase your risk for breast cancer, see risk factors for breast cancer.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: November 3, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology | |
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