risk factors<\/a> identified by medical science include;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nHereditary factors, or cancer in your family on either of your parent\u2019s side.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nAge \u2013 Risk increases with age and studies suggest that women older than 45-years are most at risk of developing breast cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nA history of breast conditions – such as atypical hyperplasia of the breast, or development of lobular carcinoma, also increases your risk.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019ve already had breast cancer on one side, the chances are high that you\u2019ll develop on the other as well. Women need to consult with their doctor frequently.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nGenetic abnormalities also play a significant role in the development of the condition. Gene mutations, referred to as BRCA1 and BRCA2, significantly increase your risk of developing the disease.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nRadiation exposure to chest x-rays as a child is also another significant risk factor for the development of breast cancer later in life.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n<\/div>