Chad cancer league warns about breast cancer in men
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Tchadinfos
Breast cancer also affects men in Chad, where late diagnosis can worsen the consequences of the disease. Dr Manikassé Palouma, president of the Chadian League Against Cancer, recommends seeking medical advice for a lump, a change in the nipple, persistent pain or discharge, particularly bloody discharge.
Dr Manikassé Palouma, president of the Chadian League Against Cancer, is urging men not to overlook the risk of breast cancer. The disease is rare in men, but can have serious consequences when diagnosed late, Tchadinfos reports.
A lump in the breast, a change in the nipple, persistent pain or discharge, particularly bloody discharge, warrant a medical consultation. These signs do not necessarily mean it is cancer, but should be examined by a health professional.
Diagnosis can be delayed by a lack of information, the dismissal of symptoms or embarrassment about discussing a disease often associated with women. Dr Palouma cites obesity, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking and family history among the risk factors; hormonal and genetic factors may also play a role.
This appeal broadens awareness efforts on breast cancer in Chad during Pink October. Doctors had already held an information campaign on the disease and sexually transmitted infections in Sarh on 18 October.
