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Macmillan and Cancerbackup merged in 2008. Together we provide free, high quality information for people affected by cancer through our publications, website and phone service. Find out more|.
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This section gives information about breast cancer in men. We hope it answers some of your questions about its diagnosis and treatment.
Information on what cancer is
A description of some of the risk factors of breast cancer in men, including being overweight and radiation
In both men and women, breast tissue is connected to the lymphatic system through a network of lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes
An outline of the different types of breast cancer in men
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