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Breast cancer also affects men and the risk increases with age

Breast cancer also affects men and the risk increases with age

Male breast cancer is far less common than breast cancer in women, but it is usually discovered later: Men with breast cancer often receive the diagnosis after finding a breast lump on their own. Kathryn Ruddy, M.D., an oncologist at Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains key things to know about male breast cancer.

  • Oct 20, 2026 06:24 PM | Health

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Breast cancer also affects men and the risk increases with age

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Education

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Commentary

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