Quiz: Do You Know the Causes of Breast Cancer? | MyBCTeam

Connect with others who understand.

sign up log in
Resources
About MyBCTeam
Powered By

Quiz: Do You Know the Causes of Breast Cancer?

Written by Torrey Kim
Posted on May 27, 2021
View reactions

Like all cancer, breast cancer is caused when genetic mutations allow cells to divide and grow in a disorganized way. Breast cancer is not the result of one genetic change — instead, cancer develops when many different genetic mutations occur.

Scientists believe that in most women, breast cancer develops as a combination of inherited and environmental factors. It remains unclear why some women develop breast cancer and other women don’t.

If you’re living with breast cancer, you might be curious about what the research says regarding potential causes of the condition. Take this five-question quiz to better understand what may cause breast cancer.

Talk With Others Who Understand

MyBCTeam is the social network for people with breast cancer and their loved ones. On MyBCTeam, more than 52,000 members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with breast cancer.

Do you have a family history of breast cancer? Share your experience in the comments below, or start a conversation by posting on your Activities page.

Posted on May 27, 2021
View reactions
All updates must be accompanied by text or a picture.

Become a Subscriber

Get the latest articles about breast cancer sent to your inbox.

Torrey Kim is a freelance writer with MyHealthTeam. Learn more about her here.

Recent articles

Generally speaking, surgery for breast cancer is a low-risk procedure. After undergoing a lumpect...

6 Breast Changes After Lumpectomy: What’s Normal and When To Worry

Generally speaking, surgery for breast cancer is a low-risk procedure. After undergoing a lumpect...
When you’re going through breast cancer treatment, especially after lymph node removal, you may h...

Infrared Sauna for Lymphedema: Is It Safe, and Can It Help?

When you’re going through breast cancer treatment, especially after lymph node removal, you may h...
After breast reconstruction, your body needs to heal before you can get a good idea of the final ...

Breast Implant Looks Flat After Surgery? 5 Reasons Why

After breast reconstruction, your body needs to heal before you can get a good idea of the final ...
While recovering from breast cancer surgery — whether a mastectomy, lumpectomy, or reconstructive...

Iron Bra Syndrome: 6 Ways To Manage Chest Tightness After Surgery

While recovering from breast cancer surgery — whether a mastectomy, lumpectomy, or reconstructive...
After chemotherapy for breast cancer, it’s a relief to see new hair growing back, and you may loo...

Hair Dye After Chemo: When Is It Safe? What Type Is Best?

After chemotherapy for breast cancer, it’s a relief to see new hair growing back, and you may loo...
In a recent survey, over 80 percent of MyBCTeam members surveyed reported experiencing stress, de...

Stress, Everyday Tasks, and Quality of Life With Breast Cancer: See Survey Results

In a recent survey, over 80 percent of MyBCTeam members surveyed reported experiencing stress, de...
MyBCTeam My breast cancer Team

Thank you for subscribing!

Become a member to get even more:

sign up for free

close