Am I at risk of breast cancer?

Risk is not destiny. Age, family history, genetics, lifestyle and reproductive history all play a part — but most women with risk factors never develop breast cancer, and many with none do. This guide explains what the known risk factors mean and which ones you can act on.

Understanding your risk starts with knowing the factors that matter most: age over 50, a close relative with breast or ovarian cancer, inherited gene changes (BRCA1/2), dense breast tissue, earlier chest radiation, and lifestyle factors such as alcohol, inactivity and weight after menopause.

This is a short version of the Poorti-18 article. Our team updates these guides regularly — if you have a question, ask us on WhatsApp.