What is Stage 3 Breast Cancer that Hina Khan Was Diagnosed With? Expert Advice on Symptoms and How to Avoid

Bollywood TV actress Hina Khan was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. The actress took to her social media account to made the big announcement about her health. After her announcement, her fans and film fraternity wished for her speedy recovery and prayed for the actress' well-being. 

After her revelation on Instagram, people became curious to know about breast cancer, symptoms and how someone can avoid this disease. AIIMS Doctor Priyanka Sehrawat shed light on breast cancer. Check out here;

What is breast cancer?

Breast cancer affects nearly all women, but men can also develop it. Cancer develops when cells start to grow out of control. Breast cancer can begin in a variety of locations within the breast. The breast is an organ located on top of the upper ribs and chest muscles. There are two breasts, one left and one right, each with glands, ducts, and fatty tissue.

Symptoms 

A breast lump that doesn't hurt m

Bleeding or an unusual nipple discharge.

Skin that is puckered or dimpled over the breast 

Rash and persistent itching around the nipple.

How Can You Avoid This?

- Check your breasts daily for any lump.

- Keeping up a healthy weight: Engaging in physical activity can assist you in keeping up a healthy weight.

- Engaging in physical activity: Five days a week, thirty minutes of moderate-paced exercise are suggested by some. Eating a balanced diet entails avoiding alcohol and consuming a lot of fruits and vegetables, particularly those that are orange, yellow, or dark green. 

- Abstaining from smoking: According to certain studies, there is a higher chance of breast cancer when smoking tobacco. 

- Breastfeeding: The potential benefits increase with the length of time you breastfeed.