ABCNews.com
Home> Health>Section 1: Risk Factors & Prevention

What Causes Breast Cancer?

Victor G. Vogel, M.D., M.H.S., Director, Magee-Womens Breast Cancer Prevention Program, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
September 21, 2007

Question: What causes breast cancer?

Answer: We wish we knew what caused breast cancer. I think I can say better what we know does not cause breast cancer. We've looked at a number of environmental factors like pesticides and diet, various lifestyle choices, and most of those things that many people believe might be related to an increased risk of breast cancer are not. So I think the most honest answer right now is to say that we really aren't sure what causes breast cancer.

Photo: Breast Cancer Special Section
ABC News Photo Illustration

Next: What Does The Phrase "Risk Factor" Mean In Terms Of Breast Cancer?

Previous: What Can I Do to Ensure I Get Good Breast Cancer Care?

on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook
Commenting on this article is closed.
View All Comments (11)
View All Comments (11)
 
You Might Also Like...
Photo Galleries
Connect with Us
Social Tools Facebook Twitter Twitter Connect with Us YouTube RSS
ABC News Newsletters
More Newsletters »
 
Today in ABC News
ABC News Home »
1
ABCNews.com
External links are provided for reference purposes. ABC News is not responsible for the content of external Internet sites. Copyright © 2013 ABC News Internet Ventures. Yahoo! - ABC News Network
Back to top

Sections

Shows

Tools

About