by alex
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide, and understanding its intricacies can be lifesaving. This quiz will challenge your knowledge on various aspects of breast cancer, from risk factors and symptoms to treatment options and prevention strategies. Each question is designed to educate and inform, making you more aware of the critical details surrounding this disease. Let’s see how much you know and perhaps learn something new along the way. Good luck!
Breast Cancer Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the most common type of breast cancer?
Lobular carcinoma
Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC)
Inflammatory breast cancer
2. Which gene mutations are most commonly associated with an increased risk of breast cancer?
BRCA1 and BRCA2
TP53 and PTEN
HER2 and EGFR
MLH1 and MSH2
3. What is a common symptom of breast cancer?
Persistent cough
Lump in the breast
Frequent headaches
Blurred vision
4. At what age is it generally recommended for women to start having regular mammograms?
25
30
40
50
5. Which lifestyle factor is known to reduce the risk of breast cancer?
Smoking
Regular exercise
High-fat diet
Excessive alcohol consumption
6. What is the purpose of a biopsy in breast cancer diagnosis?
To remove the entire tumor
To determine the stage of cancer
To examine tissue for cancer cells
To measure tumor size
7. Which of the following is a common treatment option for breast cancer?
Chemotherapy
Physical therapy
Acupuncture
Chiropractic care
8. What is HER2 and its significance in breast cancer?
A type of hormone therapy
A gene that suppresses tumors
A protein that promotes cancer growth
A type of radiation therapy
9. What is the role of tamoxifen in breast cancer treatment?
It is a type of chemotherapy
It is a hormone therapy that blocks estrogen
It is a type of radiation therapy
It is a surgical procedure
10. Which screening method is commonly used to detect breast cancer early?
MRI
CT scan
Mammogram
Ultrasound
