A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast and used to check for breast cancer. This page answers your questions about screening and diagnostic mammograms.
Review Date: September 13, 2011
NIH National Cancer Institute
Answers to concerns most women have about tamoxifen -- what is it, how does it work and how would it benefit or adversely affect them.
Review Date: March 21, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
This booklet has important information about breast cancer. You will read about possible causes, screening, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care. You will also find ideas about how to cope with the disease.
Review Date: February 28, 2011
NIH National Cancer Institute
Studies have shown that adjuvant therapy for breast cancer may increase the chance of long-term survival by preventing a recurrence. Learn more about it.
Review Date: March 21, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
This fact sheet describes the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes and related link to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Learn what to do if a person tests positive for one of these alterations, and the consequences of genetic testing.
Review Date: January 25, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
Breast cancer is one of the most commonly occurring cancers among women, and can affect men as well. This reference summary will help you understand the diagnosis and treatment options of breast cancer. Watch this interactive tutorial or read the text.
Review Date: January 27, 2012
NIH National Library of Medicine - NLM
You can take control of your healthcare by developing an early detection plan and encouraging others to do the same. Remember—early detection saves lives!
Review Date: June 01, 2011
National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Beyond The Shock® is an online resource for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, offering educational videos, an online community, questions and answers, and stories of hope.
Review Date: June 01, 2011
National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Answer questions on a flow chart that describe breast problems experienced by women--lumps, pain, discharge or skin problems that signal both minor and more serious problems. Follow the flow chart to learn about symptoms, diagnosis, and self-care.
Review Date: January 02, 2013
American Academy of Family Physicians
Make an informed decision about your cancer treatment. Use this tool for a detailed analysis of your specific condition, statistical breakdown of treatment types, and pinpoint the exact topics you should discuss with your doctor.
Review Date: February 11, 2013
American Cancer Society
If you are at high risk of breast cancer preventive medication, known as chemoprevention, may be an option for you. Several drugs now have official FDA approval to help protect high-risk women from getting breast cancer.
Review Date: October 29, 2012
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Find a state listing of FORCE outreach networks that offer peer support and resources to people affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
Review Date: April 20, 2011
FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered
Genetic testing to estimate breast and ovarian cancer risk may prompt many emotional and psychological reactions. How will getting the news that you've tested positive or negative affect you?
Review Date: January 26, 2012
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
It's easy to perform a breast self-examination (BSE). and it only takes a few minutes. A BSE can help women detect cysts or other benign (noncancerous) breast problems between checkups. It can also help some women detect breast cancer.
Review Date: June 27, 2012
The Nemours Foundation
Research suggests that women with low levels of vitamin D have a higher risk of breast cancer. Vitamin D may play a role in controlling normal breast cell growth and may be able to stop breast cancer cells from growing.
Review Date: January 29, 2013
breastcancer.org
This page provides information about mastectomy, the removal of breast tissue to treat or prevent breast cancer. Learn about the different types of mastectomy, woman’s options for reconstruction, and potential risks with breast surgery.
Review Date: March 26, 2013
FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered
In women at increased risk of breast cancer, drugs such as tamoxifen and raloxifene have been shown to reduce the risk, but these drugs can have their own risks and side effects. Here you'll find information that can help you decide if taking one of these drugs is right for you.
Review Date: February 06, 2012
American Cancer Society
The Native American Cancer Education for Survivors (NACES) program is designed to help improve the quality of life for Native American breast cancer survivors and those who care for them.
Review Date: February 09, 2011
National Indian Women's Health Resource Center
This document discusses preventive mastectomy--a surgical procedure for the removal of one or both breasts to prevent or reduce the risk of breast cancer.
Review Date: July 23, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
Finding out you're at high risk of breast cancer leads to difficult questions and decisions. One such question is whether to have prophylactic (preventive) mastectomy — surgery to remove one or both breasts in hopes of preventing or reducing your risk of breast cancer.
Review Date: October 12, 2012
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Examining your breasts is an important way to find breast cancer early, when it's most likely to be cured.
Review Date: March 02, 2011
breastcancer.org
This document provides information about common breast changes that occur at various life stages and follow-up tests such as mammograms and biopsies. It helps women understand their screening results and emphasizes that not all breast changes are cancerous.
Review Date: March 02, 2011
NIH National Cancer Institute
Doctors know that women with certain risk factors are more likely than others to develop breast cancer. Learn how age, personal and family health history, alcohol consumption and other factors place women at greater risk.
Review Date: February 05, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
This brief, step-by-step guide will help you to understand the steps doctors take to distinguish a benign from a cancerous lump, including diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, MRI and biopsy.
Review Date: June 27, 2012
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
