Severe acne and risk of breast cancer.

John D MurphyDale SandlerAlexandra J WhiteKatie M O'Brien

Published in: Breast cancer research and treatment (2019)

Our study supports a non-significant positive association between severe acne-a potential marker of hormonal imbalance-and breast cancer risk. These findings suggest that severe acne, when considered along with other risk factors, could help to identify women who may be at a higher risk of breast cancer.

Keyphrases

breast cancer risk
risk factors
early onset
hidradenitis suppurativa
drug induced
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
pregnancy outcomes