When Is It Best to be Screened for Breast Cancer?
Starting mammograms at age 40 for average risk women is a huge improvement over age 50, but more changes needed. This month, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force updated its breast screening recommendations: mammograms should start at 40, a much needed improvement from the previous guideline to make an individual decision before age 50. “The […]
When it Comes to Reducing the Odds of Dying from Breast Cancer, Consistency is Everything
Mammograms save lives by detecting breast cancer before the masses can be felt by the patient or the doctor. Breast cancer screenings are not a “one and done” proposition, though – the result of a new study suggests that consistency is the key. More specifically, the study found that the closer a woman adhered to […]
Attention Women: There are New Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations
Screening tests are the best way for otherwise healthy people to find health problems before they have signs or symptoms. Early detection leads to early treatment, which is often more effective than waiting until a disease is severe. Knowing when to undergo screening can help you stay on top of your health. The American College […]
Cyclical Breast Pain: Common Causes and When to Get a Mammogram
Do you have breast pain that seems to come and go every month? It may be cyclical breast pain. As its name suggests, cyclical breast pain is breast pain that comes and goes in a cycle. Cyclical breast pain typically appears about a week before a woman gets her period. She may experience a little […]
Can I Have a Mammogram with Breast Implants?
If you have breast implants, you might wonder if it is safe to have a mammogram. After all, mammograms play an important role in the detection and management of breast cancer. Skipping your mammograms can leave you at risk for letting breast cancer go undiagnosed or diagnosed only after the cancer has progressed to an […]
Effect of COVID-19 on Breast Cancer Screening
Routine cancer screening – including breast cancer screening with mammography – saves lives. Cancer screening uses sophisticated medical technology to detect signs of cancer, often before the patient experiences any signs or symptoms of cancer. Detecting cancer early through screening is important, as cancer is easier to treat while it is in its earliest stages. […]
Understanding the Different Types of Breast Cancer
There are many types of breast cancer, and many ways to describe them. Reviewing the various terms used to describe breast cancer can help you understand its different types. Breast cancer can begin in different parts of the breast. Medical professionals determine the type of breast cancer by looking at the specific cells in the […]
Mammogram Screening after a COVID Vaccination
Getting a mammogram screening is one of the most important things you can do for your health, and so is getting a coronavirus vaccination. Doctors recommend undergoing both procedures to help prevent serious disease, such as advanced breast cancer and COVID, which could result in death. However, many doctors are recommending that women put off […]
Skipping Your Mammography Exam Could Increase Your Risk of Death from Breast Cancer
Women skip mammograms for a wide variety of reasons. Many women forgo their routine mammogram because it is uncomfortable, for example, or because they are scared of the results. Other women avoid mammograms because they believe they are too young or healthy to have breast cancer. Thousands of women skipped mammograms during COVID-19. Skipping a […]
FDA Relaxes Guidelines for Mammography During Coronavirus
The COVID-19 pandemic has complicated nearly every aspect of daily life, especially for healthcare professionals and the facilities where they work. Many clinics are overwhelmed with patients; others have had to cut back on the number of workers they employ. It has also complicated care for patients who need diagnostic and screening tests, such as […]
