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When should I get a mammogram?

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  You should get a baseline mammogram at the age of 40 (unless you have a family history of breast cancer, in which case talk to your doctor about when you should get your baseline mammogram). After your baseline mammogram, you should get a mammogram every one to two years, depending on previous...
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  You should get a baseline mammogram at the age of 40 (unless you have a family history of breast cancer, in which case talk to your doctor about when you should get your baseline mammogram). After your baseline mammogram, you should get a mammogram every one to two years, depending on previous findings.
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How do I perform a breast self exam?

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  In the Shower
  Fingers flat, move gently over every part of each breast. Use your right hand to examine the left breast, left hand for the right breast. Check for any lump, hard knot, or thickening. Carefully observe any changes in your breasts.
  
  Before a Mirror
  Inspect your breasts with your arms...
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  In the Shower
  Fingers flat, move gently over every part of each breast. Use your right hand to examine the left breast, left hand for the right breast. Check for any lump, hard knot, or thickening. Carefully observe any changes in your breasts.
  
  Before a Mirror
  Inspect your breasts with your arms at your sides. Next, raise your arms high overhead.
  Look for any changes in the contour of each breast, a swelling, a dimpling of the skin, or changes in the nipples. Then rest your palms on your hips and press firmly to flex your chest muscles. Left and right breasts will not exactly match—few women's breasts do.
  
  Lying Down
  Place a pillow under your right shoulder and put your right arm behind your head. With the fingers of your left hand flat, press your right breast gently in small circular motions, moving vertically or in a circular pattern covering the entire breast.
  Use light, medium, and firm pressure. Squeeze the nipple; check for discharge and lumps. Repeat these steps for your left breast.
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Do fibroid tissue masses make a survivor more likely to have her breast cancer reoccur?

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Can you get breast cancer if you have breast implants?

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  Yes, but having implants makes it more difficult to detect lumps when performing a self-exam.
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  Yes. I was diagnosed October 26th with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. My surgery is November 28th. Plan A right now is a lumpectomy and radiation and estrogen therapy. I had breast augmentation in 2008.
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What does it mean she they say the mass seems solid and does not have much blood flow?

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over 7 years 2 answers •
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  It means pretty much just that. Usually cancers have blood flows because that is how they are nourished to grow. You NEED to contact your doctor for a definite meaning in your specific case. Take care, Sharon
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  Learning About Breast Cancer
  
  Ask your doctors all of the questions you can think of. Write them down and take the list to your appt. if they don't answer them in a way you can understand or don't want to spend the time them get another doctor!
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I am 14 and my family has a very strong history if breast cancer being in every generation of our family ad I am most likely to get it but I want to be safe. I was wondering if there is a way that I can give myself a self exam and how could I do it?

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  Never too early to start.. It's good to know your body so you know if there is a change. Google self breast exam... You'll find a step by step. Positive thoughts and prayers that you live a long cancer free life!
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I'm the same 14 year old who asked the other ? I feel what feels like "cords" and a bump that moves around under my nipple....?????

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  It's good you are aware and are doing the self exam. I would think what you are feeling is very normal breast tissue, glands & milk ducts. Your breasts can change as you get older and change with your periods as well. It's best to 'get to know' your breasts & figure out what is normal so you'll...
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  It's good you are aware and are doing the self exam. I would think what you are feeling is very normal breast tissue, glands & milk ducts. Your breasts can change as you get older and change with your periods as well. It's best to 'get to know' your breasts & figure out what is normal so you'll notice any change. With your period, they can swell & be sore. It's best to do an exam each month after your period has stopped. If you still have concerns talk with an adult & get checked out. Prayers to you.
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  Brianna, I started self exams at 16 & wondered how anyone could tell if there was a lump as I felt all kinds of stuff. But as Andre said, continue to do it and in a few months you will understand what's normal for you. If your school has a nurse you can go talk to her or your family doctor. A...
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  Brianna, I started self exams at 16 & wondered how anyone could tell if there was a lump as I felt all kinds of stuff. But as Andre said, continue to do it and in a few months you will understand what's normal for you. If your school has a nurse you can go talk to her or your family doctor. A doctor can do an exam and help you understand what's normal and assure you things are ok. You can check with the American Cancer Society where you van get information on self exams & even details on health fairs in your area where you can talk one on one with a professional. Just remember, you are not destined to get cancer. Practice good eating habits, exercise and take good care of yourself, these things do make a difference. You're on the right track, do the self exams & reach out again if you need to talk. It's a scary topic, but education and knowing your body will help you now and in the future. Prayers & Blessings, Penny
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