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BAB Radiology Mammography Q & A

When is the best time of the month for breast self-examination?

The best time for self-examination is 10 days after the onset of your menstrual cycle.

What are some of the physical signs of possible breast cancer?

  • Palpation of a lump in your breast
  • Asymmetric appearance of the breast
  • Thickening, dimpling or retraction of the skin
  • Nipple retraction or inversion
  • Bloody or clear yellow discharge from the breast

What are the recommended guidelines for mammograms?

Women with increased risk factors should have a baseline mammogram at age 35. After age 40, these women should have an annual mammogram.

Women without increased risk factors should have a baseline mammogram by age 39 and then have a mammogram every year.

What are some factors that can increase the risk of developing breast cancer?

  • Family history of developing breast cancer
  • A previous breast cancer in the same or opposite breast
  • History of abnormal breast cells on previous biopsy
  • Starting menstruation early (before 12)
  • Late menopause (after 51)
  • No children or later life pregnancy (first child after 35)
  • Obesity (apple shaped women)
  • High fat diet
  • Alcohol consumption (2 or more drinks per day)
  • Artificial hormones (therapeutic)

What steps can be taken to reduce the risk of breast cancer?

  • Perform breast self-examination regularly
  • Physical breast exam by physician
  • Follow recommended guidelines for mammograms
  • Exercise regularly