Hormonal contraception is one of the most significant achievements of modern medicine. Today, hundreds of millions of women worldwide use various hormonal contraceptives to prevent unintended pregnancies, regulate their menstrual cycles, and manage conditions like endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and other gynecological issues. Despite this, one of the most frequently asked questions in my mammology practice remains unchanged: "Doctor, does hormonal contracept

Summer is always right around the corner, bringing along those sunny beach days, hard-earned vacations, and, naturally, the desire for that perfect, golden glow. For many, a tan symbolizes health, beauty, and relaxation. However, as a breast specialist, I hear the exact same questions from my patients every single year as the weather warms up: · “Does sunbathing increase my risk of breast cancer?” · “Are tanning beds a safer alternative?” · “Can I lay

Current Perspectives from Oncology and Nutritional Science Breast health is influenced by a complex interplay of genetic, hormonal, metabolic, and environmental factors. In recent years, growing attention has been directed toward the role of nutrition and micronutrients, including vitamins, in maintaining normal breast tissue function and potentially influencing the risk of certain breast diseases. Numerous epidemiological, laboratory, and clinical studies have demonstrated t

Puberty represents one of the most complex endocrine and morphofunctional stages in human development. During this time, the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis activates, triggering the onset of sexual maturation. This period is characterized not only by the development of the reproductive system but also by massive somatic, hormonal, and psychoemotional shifts. Naturally, the structural changes occurring in the breast tissue during puberty frequently become a major so

Menopause is a natural, physiological transition in a woman’s life, characterized by the cessation of the ovaries' reproductive and hormonal functions. Clinically, menopause is confirmed when a woman has gone 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. This phase triggers massive endocrine shifts throughout the body, profoundly impacting estrogen-dependent organs—first and foremost, the breasts. As breast specialists, we consider menopause to be one of the most critical