6Risk Factors for Luminal B Breast Cancer
Risk factors for developing luminal B breast cancer are quite similar to those of other subtypes. These may include:
– A family history of breast cancer
– Being women
– Inheriting some genetic mutations
– Alcohol consumption
– Having the first period before 12 years old or menopause after 55 years old
– Being obese or overweight
– Taking certain hormonal contraceptives
– Being physically inactive
– Not breastfeeding or not having kids
– Having hormone replacement therapy after menopause [7]
