This is the first study analyzing breast density changes, over time, in an individual breast (rather than averaging the two breasts). While breast density typically declines with age, a slower rate of decline in one breast (than the other) often precedes a cancer diagnosis in that breast.... Read More
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Thyroid Health
Hyperthyroidism affects women five to 10 times more often than men and is most common in individuals under 40. The prevalence of the condition in the United States is 1.2 percent.... Read More
Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are quite common, with one in five women having a UTI sometime in their lifetime. While UTIs are common among women, they can also occur in men and children. Up to two percent of children develop such infections.... Read More
Breast Cancer Density
Breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can detect approximately 14 additional cancers per 1000 women. There is no radiation exposure, but MRI requires injection of contrast material. Another downside of MRI? It is more likely to find areas of concern that are not cancer but require additional imaging or a biopsy. In the USA, insurance may not cover the test unless you have a very high risk of breast cancer.... Read More
Breast Cancer – 8 Symptoms
Early breast cancer detection optimizes the odds of survival. While regular screening tests for breast cancer are important, mammograms do not find every breast cancer.... Read More