Survival Rate:
The 5-year survival rate for male breast cancer is approximately 88%. This is slightly higher than the 5-year survival rate for female breast cancer, which is 86%.
However, the 10-year survival rate for male breast cancer is lower than that of female breast cancer, at 71% compared to 84%.
Risk Factors:
There are a few risk factors that can increase the chance of developing male breast cancer. These include:
• Older age
• Having a family history of breast cancer
• Having a personal history of breast cancer
• Having a genetic mutation that increases the risk of developing breast cancer
• Having certain medical conditions such as cirrhosis or Klinefelter syndrome
Treatment Options:
Treatment for male breast cancer typically involves surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, or a combination of these. Surgery is usually the first step in treating male breast cancer and may involve removing the tumor, some of the surrounding tissue, and some of the lymph nodes.
Radiation therapy is often used after surgery to kill any remaining cancer cells. Chemotherapy may also be used to kill any cancer cells that may have spread to other parts of the body.
Conclusion:
The survival rate for male breast cancer is slightly higher than that of female breast cancer, although the 10-year survival rate is lower. Risk factors for male breast cancer include older age, family history of breast cancer, and certain medical conditions. Treatment typically involves surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy.