Big Boss fame and actress Hina Khan, who has worked in many web series, is suffering from breast cancer. On Friday, the actress shared this information on her Instagram handle. Hina Khan has confirmed that she has stage three breast cancer. In a post on social media, she wrote, I want to share some important news with all the people. I have been diagnosed with stage three breast cancer.
My treatment has already started. I am making every effort to emerge even stronger from this. I want to assure everyone that I am fine. I am strong, determined and am also making efforts to overcome this disease Hina Khan wrote on her Instagram post. Apart from this, It is worth noting that breast cancer is one of the most common cancers reported in women. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in India, accounting for about 28.2% of all types of cancer in women.
What is stage three breast cancer?
Breast cancer is a condition in which breast cells grow uncontrollably. Health experts say that all women should keep checking their breasts regularly. Hina Khan told in her post that she has stage three breast cancer. In the third stage of breast cancer, the tumor becomes large (5 cm or more). Growth in the tissues around the breast (skin over the breast or the muscle underneath it) is considered alarming.
What is the reason for the increasing cases of breast cancer?
According to the report of the American Cancer Society, hormonal changes can play an important role in the development of breast cancer. Health experts said that the risk of cancer also increases with age, especially during menopause, the risk is seen to be the highest. However, in the last decade, this cancer is being diagnosed even at a younger age.
Causes of breast cancer at a young age
Some reasons have been found responsible for the increased risk of breast cancer at a young age.
- Obesity or being overweight after menopause.
- Not being physically active.
- Sleeping late at night, which can cause hormonal changes.
- Taking hormone replacement therapy for more than 5 years.
- Not breastfeeding the child.
- Problems with alcohol and smoking.
How to prevent breast cancer?
Some steps can be taken to reduce your risk.
- If someone in the family has had breast cancer, then it is important to be extra careful about the risks.
- Keep weight under control and be physically active.
- Stay away from alcohol and smoking.
- Keep the amount of fat, red and processed meat, salt and sugar low in the diet.
- Eat a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables.