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- Breast conditions other than breast cancer
The vast majority of breast changes are not breast cancer, but you should always see your doctor if you notice changes in your breasts.
- Goitre
Symptoms of a goitre can include enlargement of the throat, swallowing problems and breathing problems.
- Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM)
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a rare lung disease that can affect women during their reproductive years.
- Deep vein thrombosis
Long international flights are suspected of contributing to deep vein thrombosis in susceptible people.
- Sweat
Sweat's main function is to control body temperature.
- Thyroid cancer
Anyone can develop thyroid cancer, regardless of age or gender.
- Breast cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in Australia (apart from non-melanoma skin cancer) and the second most common cancer to cause death in women.
- Stroke explained
A stroke is when blood can’t get to all parts of your brain and is a medical emergency. If blood can’t get through, your brain can be injured.
- Turner's syndrome
Turner's syndrome is a random genetic disorder that affects females, causing short stature and infertility.
- Thyroid - Hashimoto's disease
Hashimoto's disease progresses very slowly over many years, so the symptoms may go unnoticed.