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Case #5 -
A 48 year old woman with a L breast lump

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
6.) What are currently recommended screening schedules for breast cancer?

Currently recommended screening schedules:


  • Age 20-40: self examination monthly; clinical examination every 3 years

  • Age 40-49: self examination monthly; clinical examination annually

  • mammogram every 1-2 years

  • Age 50 and older: self examination monthly; clinical examination annually

  • mammogram annually

 
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