National Cancer Institute Warns of Rising Breast Cancer Cases Among Thai Women

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by Natthaphon Sangpolsit

    

BANGKOK (NNT) - The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has indicated that breast cancer is a major public health problem for women around the world and is the most common cancer for women in Thailand.

 

According to Dr Somsak Akksilp, director-general of the Department of Medical Services (DMS), the World Health Organization (WHO) reported 2.3 million new breast cancer cases and 685,000 deaths worldwide due to breast cancer in 2020. Data figures from 2021 meanwhile showed Thailand recorded 18,000 new cases and 4,800 fatalities. Officials have voiced concern that the number of cases in the country could rise to around 22,000 cases next year.

 

Although research is still being conducted to determine the exact causes, the director-general said studies have revealed factors associated with an increased risk of developing breast cancer, including genetic mutation, advanced age, lack of physical activity, obesity and alcohol consumption.

 

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Dr Chayanoot Rattadilok, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer and surgery from NCI, noted that while breast cancer can occur in both men and women, the risk is higher for women, particularly those over the age of 40 with a family history of breast or ovarian cancer. She said symptoms of early-stage breast cancer include lumps in the breast or armpit, changes in the size or shape of the breast, skin irritation or dimpling, or nipple discharges of fluids other than breast milk, including blood. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should immediately see a doctor to be diagnosed.

 

Dr Chayanoot stressed that patients can make a full recovery if they receive treatment in the early stages of the cancer. She also advised people to routinely check for symptoms, get regular check-ups and for women with a family history of breast or ovarian cancer to get a mammogram as soon as possible.

 

-- © Copyright NNT 2022-03-28

 

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[hotchilli]

I wonder if a change in the normal Thai diet has had an effect... going western has now had the same influence over a more natural diet?

[placnx]

37 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

I wonder if a change in the normal Thai diet has had an effect... going western has now had the same influence over a more natural diet?

In the US one theory has it that a diet high in dairy may contribute to prostate cancer. Regarding prostate and breat cancer, obesity could be a factor.

[hotchilli]

9 minutes ago, placnx said:

In the US one theory has it that a diet high in dairy may contribute to prostate cancer. Regarding prostate and breat cancer, obesity could be a factor.

Obesity and weight gain is a rising factor in Thailand... food and drinks with a high sugar content has always been a factor, now with western fast food thrown into the mix it will likely continue, as convenience foods take over natural home cooking.

[Confuscious]

National Cancer Institute Warns of Rising Breast Cancer Cases Among Thai Women

Why only woman?
A lot of foreigners in Thailand have more breasts tham Thai woman.
Should the National Cancer institute no be concerned about them?

[BangkokReady]

2 hours ago, Confuscious said:

A lot of foreigners in Thailand have more breasts tham Thai woman.

How many breasts do Thai women have? ????

[impulse]

Is it more cases, or better technology to detect them, along with increased awareness to get tested?

 

Is this news, or a PSA?  Or both?

[TropicalGuy]

6 hours ago, hotchilli said:

I wonder if a change in the normal Thai diet has had an effect... going western has now had the same influence over a more natural diet?

Not mentioned as a risk factor in article so unless you can evidence it under forum rules, best not to introduce it. 

[ThePugAndMe]

What about the glyphosate (Roundup) that we continue to spray on our crops here. Banned in Europe and elsewhere but Thailand gov won't do anything about it.

 

When you're listed along with the Philippines as countries that are a threat to the US national security due to population growth... spraying their deadly chemicals on your food under duress would make most people stop to think, but not the smarty pants in charge of this country.

[placnx]

On 3/28/2022 at 6:12 PM, Confuscious said:

National Cancer Institute Warns of Rising Breast Cancer Cases Among Thai Women

Why only woman?
A lot of foreigners in Thailand have more breasts tham Thai woman.
Should the National Cancer institute no be concerned about them?

Men can get breast cancer, but only 1% of cases overall.

https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/men/index.htm