Q: I am an Indian what are my chances of developing Paget's disease of the breast?
A: Race does not play a major role in the occurrence of Paget's disease. However, a positive medical history related to cancer or more specifically breast cancer could be a major risk factor for Paget's disease.
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Q: What role does alcohol play in the development of Paget's disease?
A: Recent research shows that alcohol increases the risk of breast cancer, which indirectly increases the risk of Paget's disease by 4%.
Q: What is the incidence of Paget's disease among men?
A: Paget's disease affects mainly the women population but in rare cases (1%) affects the male population also.
Q: Is Paget's disease curable?
A: Yes it is 100% curable. Institution of treatment becomes progressively difficult in case of a relapse or recurrence.
