Breast Clinics for Early Diagnosis
A breast clinic is a place where women's health specialists diagnose and treat issues related to breast health such as breast cancer, breast disease and conditions related to pregnancy, breast feeding and menopause.
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Considerations
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One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives. Survival rates improve if cancer is detected early. The American Cancer Society recommends three steps that every woman should take to help detect cancer early -- get an annual mammogram, get a clinical breast exam and perform monthly breast self-exam.
Location
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Specialists at a breast clinic use breast imaging techniques such as mammography, ultrasound and MRIs to detect breast cancer and breast disease. Biopsies and genetic testing might also be used to assess and diagnose disease. Specialists also provide counseling and education about breast health and self-examinations.
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Contact
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To find a breast clinic near you, contact you primary care physician or gynecologist. You can also contact your health insurance provider to find a clinic within your health insurance network.
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References
- Photo Credit breast cancer ribbon image by robert mobley from Fotolia.com
