Chemoprevention

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	Chemoprevention

What is chemoprevention of cancer?

Chemoprevention is the prevention of cancer by the use of synthetic chemical medications, vitamins, minerals, and other natural substances. The use of the drug, tamoxifen, to lower the risk of breast cancer in women who otherwise were at high risk of the disease is an example of a chemopreventative approach.

Questions Related to Chemoprevention

Is there anything I can do to prevent breast cancer?

What are the basic steps for breast health?

How often should I do a breast self-examination (BSE)?

How do I do a BSE?

What is a clinical breast exam (CBE)?

How often should I get a CBE?

If I breastfeed my baby, will that help prevent me from getting breast cancer?

I am pregnant and going to have my first child. What advantages and disadvantages would my baby get from being breastfed?

I am pregnant and going to have my first child. What are the pros and cons for me from nursing my infant?

What are green foods? Can they help prevent cancer?

Can taking aspirin or ibuprofen help prevent breast cancer?