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Newton, MA 02462
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Natick, MA 01760
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Newton Centre, MA 02459
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Wellesley, Massachusetts 02482
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Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481
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Waltham, MA 02453
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Regular mammograms are a vital part of routine care for women, but breast self-exams are just as important to the early detection and successful treatment of breast cancer.
Absolutely. A mammogram is the best single examination to detect breast cancer. It will detect 85 to 90 percent of cancers before they can be felt. However, that also means that 10 to 15 percent of cancers can be felt before they are seen on a mammogram. Cancers may be hidden on a mammogram by surrounding breast tissue, and in these situations, self-examination is crucial. It is a myth that by the time breast cancer can be felt, it’s too late. This is simply not true. If you feel a change in your breast, bring it to your doctor’s attention.
Many of our patients are frustrated by the fact that their breasts feel lumpy. We recommend that they approach self-examination with a different perspective. Don’t examine yourself with the idea of finding a lump. All breasts feel lumpy to varying degrees. Instead, check your breasts regularly enough to know how they feel. Then, continue checking to make sure they feel the same as they always have. If you notice any changes, share them with your physician, because there is a possibility that you have detected early cancer.
Women’s Imaging Center, Newton-Wellesley Hospital 2014 Washington Street Newton, MA 02462 Phone: 617-243-5345
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