India, Sept. 16 -- Breast cancer is usually more prevalent in women in their 40s, but there has been a steep increase of breast cancer cases in women in their 20s. This disturbing trend has given rise to more questions of what triggers the condition and how it can be prevented. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Bhavisha Ghugare, senior consultant, surgical breast oncology, HCG Cancer Centre, Borivali said, "Awareness at this age is vital because younger patients are often present with more aggressive forms of the disease and delayed diagnosis due to low suspicion." Also read | Woman who felt 'perfectly healthy' was diagnosed with breast cancer after routine mammogram: 'Early detection saved.'

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