Breast Cancer Center
General Overview
Breast cancer is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found in the tissues of the breast.
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Find answers in our in-depth report on breast cancer:
- What is breast cancer?
- What are the risk factors?
- What are the symptoms?
- How is it diagnosed?
- How is it treated?
- What are the screening tests?
- How can I reduce my risk?
- What questions should I ask my healthcare provider?
Diagnostic and Surgical Procedures
Living With Breast Cancer
What promise does Herceptin hold for one of the most aggressive forms of breast cancer?
Preventing Breast Cancer
A breakdown of the mammography and breast exam guidelines from the American Cancer Society, American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF).
Preventing Breast Cancer (Continued)
Women should perform a breast self-exam every month. Learn about the exam and how to do it.
Knowing your family's medical history can save your life...and your children's and grandchildren's.
Special Topics
Discusses fibrocystic breast changes, a benign condition that affects over half of all women.
Weigh the benefits and risks of a mammogram so that you can make an informed decision about your options.
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Natural and Alternative Treatments (By Condition)
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Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization http://www.y-me.org
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