Emotional Attentiveness of Breast Cancer Risk Issues and Transmission amid Women of Propagative Stage of development
1Dr. Muhammad Waqas Khan, 2Dr Muhammad Sami Bilal, 3Dr Taimoor Ghori, 4Mohib Ali, 5Hadi
Raza, 6Marwa Riaz
1Assistant Professor in Histopathology, Pathology Department, Pak International Medical College, Peshawar.
2Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, CPSP Karachi
3UHS, LAHORE
4UHS, LAHORE
5PIMS, Islamabad
6PIMS, Islamabad
Vol 15-04
Submission: 02 May 2025 | Acceptance: 29 November 2025 | Publication: 21 December 2025
ABSTRACT:
Background: Breast cancer remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality among women globally. Early detection and awareness of associated risk factors are essential to improve prognosis and reduce disease burden, particularly among females of reproductive age. Aim: The study aimed to determine the prevalence, identify the risk factors, and assess the effectiveness of early detection practices for breast cancer among females of reproductive age. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at Allied Hospital Faisalabad. The study population comprised 100 females of reproductive age. Data were collected between February 2024 and January 2025 using structured questionnaires, clinical evaluations, and screening tests including breast selfexamination awareness and clinical breast examinations. Demographic variables, family history, lifestyle factors, and reproductive history were assessed. Results: The prevalence of breast cancer in the study population was found to be 7%. Significant risk factors included a positive family history of breast cancer (p<0.01), early menarche (p=0.03), nulliparity. (p=0.04), and obesity (p<0.05). Only 38% of participants reported practicing regular breast selfexamination, and just 25% had ever undergone a clinical breast examination. Lack of awareness and cultural stigma were identified as major barriers to early detection. Conclusion: The study highlighted a notable prevalence of breast cancer among reproductive-age females, with several modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors. The low uptake of early detection methods emphasizes the need for public health strategies focused on awareness, education, and accessible screening programs to promote early diagnosis and better outcomes. Keywords: Breast cancer, prevalence, risk factors, early detection, reproductive-age females, crosssectional study.