There is some discrepancy regarding the right age to start getting regular mammograms. Women with an average risk of breast cancer are recommended to start as early as 40, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. This breast test can help detect breast cancer early — before lumps or breast cancer symptoms appear — so it can be a life-saving appointment. Catching breast cancer early can improve your treatment outcome and reduce the risk of cancer recurrence.
While it’s a simple test, there are a few things you should know beforehand that will make your first mammogram less intimidating (and even more accurate).
References
American Cancer Society. (2023). American Cancer Society guidelines for the early detection of cancer.
American Cancer Society. (2022). Tips for getting a mammogram.
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. (2022). Mammography and other screening tests for breast problems.
Johns Hopkins Medicine. (n.d.) Frequently asked questions: mammograms.
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