New evidence-based breast cancer guidelines for patients from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) state that women should undergo a breast cancer risk assessment starting at the age of 25 years. The NCCN guidelines, Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis, were published “to help people understand their personal risk for breast cancer when they should begin […]
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How much radiation am I exposed to during a mammogram? Equivalent to the amount of radiation you get from flying from NY to CA Today, modern mammography equipment uses a small amount of radiation doses to get breast x-rays that are high in image quality Should I have a mammogram every other year to limit
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T-Shirt Fundraiser for Breast Care Fund If you are in one of our seven offices on a Friday during July or August, you may see the staff wearing this t-shirt supporting Elizabeth Wende Breast Care Fund. Of course, you can buy one too at the Brighton office (between 6:45 and 4:40 pm) for $20.! The
The Trabecular Bone Score is a measurement of bone structure and quality obtained through special software now available during the same scan that measures bone density. No additional scanning, imaging, radiation, or time is needed for a TBS. When TBS is combined with bone density testing, more information about your bone health is obtained. BMD
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Why do I have breast pain? Most women will have breast pain at one time or another. Breast pain that comes and goes with your menstrual cycle or stress is considered more normal Even though most women will experience breast pain in their lifetime, there are some red flags you should be aware of. You
Learn more about the Oswego County Cancer Services Program.
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Rochester and its surrounding areas have many options for your mammogram, including hospital systems and nationally owned radiology practices. Elizabeth Wende Breast Care (EWBC) is the only independent dedicated breast center in the Rochester region. In recent months, our patients have been receiving confusing texts, calls, and emails from facilities other than EWBC, stating they
It’s the beginning quarter of a new year, which means your deductible is high without any services applied toward it. You want choices in how much you should spend on medical services. Out-of-pocket costs can vary depending on where you have your exam. Variation in cost is most apparent when comparing hospital-based radiology departments vs.
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Breast pain (especially dull, aching, itching, or sharp), soreness, discomfort, and tenderness are common complaints, however, not likely related to a serious concern. Doctors call it mastalgia. Most women have breast pain at one time or another, often more in one breast than the other. Sometimes the pain is only in one breast or in
