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EARLY DETECTION > Screening mammography
SCREENING MAMMOGRAPHY
What is a screening mammogram?
A screening mammogram is a low-dose x-ray of the breast, taken on a regular basis, in women who have no noticeable breast problems.
The x-ray can find changes in the breast, including some breast cancers, at an early stage when they may be too small for you or your doctor to feel or to see.
For most women, the x-ray will be normal and show no sign of changes.
Why have a screening mammogram?
Regular mammograms can help to find small breast cancers before there are other signs and symptoms. If breast cancers are found at an early stage, there may be a better chance of a successful treatment.
As well, for many women, finding cancer early may allow for more treatment options, such as breast conserving surgery or less aggressive treatment.
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