There is no doubt that Breast Cancer screening using mammograms provides early detection which increases survival rates. If cancer is found they also minimize the need for mastectomy or chemotherapy since there is a lower chance of metastasis (cancer cells spreading to another site). So why all the controversy about changing mammogram screening recommendations featured […]
“Cancer Runs in My Family”
April 15, 2014 By Leave a Comment
The American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology states, “Hereditary cancer risk assessment should be a part of routine Ob/Gyn practice.” We are the first practice in our community to offer this service. Approximately 5-10% of all cancers are hereditary, which means that changes (or mutations) in specific genes are passed from one blood relative to […]
Mammogram Dense Breasts Notification
May 2, 2013 By 5 Comments
On April 1st a new California law requires imaging facilities to notify patients if their mammogram results describe dense breasts. No need to panic… this is about raising awareness: “Your mammogram shows that your breast tissue is dense. Dense breast tissue is common and is not abnormal. However, dense breast tissue can make it harder to […]
