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How to Do A Self Breast Exam Correctly

While most patients know they should be familiar with changes in their breast tissue, many are afraid that they will “do it wrong” and avoid doing self-exams altogether! I’d like to share some useful...

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If You Have Breast Pain, Should You Worry?

For many women, pain in the breasts automatically causes concern. You don’t necessarily expect to have pain in your breasts, so when it happens, you question what’s causing it. Know this: Breast pain...

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Lumps, Pain, Discharge: 5 Myths About Breast Cancer Symptoms

You can never be too safe when it comes to breast cancer. Doing self-exams, having mammograms and watching for warning signs can save your life. Raised awareness and more candidness about breast...

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Home DNA Test for Breast Cancer Risk Has Limitations

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given a company the OK to offer consumers a home DNA test for genetic mutations linked to breast and/or ovarian cancer. Is using the test a good way to...

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Vitamin D: What Is Its Role in Preventing Breast Cancer?

Are you getting enough vitamin D, aka the “sunshine” vitamin? Among other risks, not having enough of this protective vitamin could put you at higher risk for developing breast cancer. Additionally,...

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Why Do My Breasts Itch Inside?

Q: Why does it feel like my breasts itch inside? A: Breast itching is not uncommon. Although it’s not typically a sign of breast cancer, any breast symptom, including breast pain, should be evaluated...

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