Exercise, especially in young women, may decrease hormone levels and contribute to a decreased breast cancer risk. Breast feeding may also decrease a woman's risk of breast cancer. Studies suggest that the consumption of alcohol is associated with a slight increase in the risk of developing breast cancer. Prophylactic Mastectomy Following cancer risk assessment and counseling, the removal of both breasts may reduce the risk of breast cancer in women with a family history of breast cancer. Genetics Women who inherit specific genes are at a greater risk for developing breast cancer.
Research is underway to develop methods of identifying high-risk genes.
Fenretinide and raloxifene are 2 other drugs that are being studied for their usefulness as potential breast cancer prevention agents. Get Your Medifocus Medguide Research Your Illness Visit our Medcenter and get your Medifocus Guide , trustworthy medical information specifically about your health condition. Bookstore Visit our Breast Cancer Bookstore and find books on the latest treatments and remedies for your illness. Current members login here . Get our best features delivered directly to you.