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DIAGNOSIS
A breast lump or another sign or symptom of breast cancer may be found by a screening mammogram or during a clinical breast examination by your doctor. You may also notice a change yourself through being breast aware.
However, a change to the breast does not necessarily mean that you have breast cancer. More information is needed to properly diagnose the sign or symptom and to determine if it is breast cancer.
The first method will most likely be an imaging technique, or a way to get a better picture of what is happening in the breast. If necessary, you may need to have a biopsy, where a small tissue sample is taken for lab testing to see if it is cancer.
It is important to diagnose the condition promptly. If it does turn out to be cancer, early detection and prompt treatment will offer the best chance for successful treatment.
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