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Breast cancer is often thought of as a condition that only affects women, but men can also develop it.
Articles for Male breast cancer
Causes of breast cancer in men
It's not clear exactly what causes breast cancer in men, although several things that can increase your risk of developing the condition have been identified.
Diagnosing breast cancer in men
If you have symptoms of breast cancer, such as a hard, painless lump in one of your breasts, your GP will carefully examine you.
Introduction
Breast cancer in men is a rare cancer that can develop in the small amount of breast tissue men have behind their nipples.
Patient story: "I want people to know this isn't just a girl's problem."
When John found a lump in his breast, he had no idea it was a sign of cancer. He tells us his story.
Symptoms of breast cancer in men
The main symptom of breast cancer in men is a hard lump in one of your breasts. The lump is almost always painless.
Treating breast cancer in men
Breast cancer in men is treated using a combination of surgery, radiotherapy and medication
