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I have arthritis in my hips and knees, and I can't exercise on a regular basis. Will my risk of breast cancer increase because I can't exercise?

There is no quick and easy answer to this question. It is not known whether physical inactivity is a risk factor for breast cancer. However, being active and exercising regularly over a lifetime do help reduce a person's risk for this cancer.


The first step is to work with your physician to control your symptoms of arthritis. Then begin a gradual program of activity and exercise, under the direction of a physical therapist.

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