General Information Note: Separate PDQ summaries on Screening for Breast Cancer; Prevention of Breast Cancer; and Male Breast Cancer Treatment are also available. What is breast cancer? Breast cancer, a common cancer in...
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Should You Have the HIV Test?
This article talks about testing for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. If you should take the test to know if you have HIV, (sometimes called the AIDS test), answer these questions. Have you — had sex without...
Mammography – Questions and Answers for Informed Patients
What is a mammogram? A mammogram (also called a mammography exam) is a safe, low-dose x-ray of the breast. A high-quality mammogram is the most effective tool for detecting breast cancer early. Early detection of breast...
Cervical Cancer
Q. What is cervical cancer? A. Cervical cancer is a serious disease in which some cells in your cervix become abnormal (unhealthy), multiply out of control, and can damage healthy parts of your body. The cervix is the...
Breast Cancer
Introduction The Breasts Understanding the Cancer Process Breast Cancer: Who’s at Risk? Detecting Breast Cancer Recognizing Symptoms Diagnosing Breast Cancer Biopsy When Cancer Is Found Planning Treatment Second...
St. John’s Wort
Introduction Treating Depression Clinical Trials References NCCAM Clearinghouse FDA’s Role How St. John’s Wort Works For More Information Drug Interaction Advisory Introduction St. John’s wort...
Q. What check-ups and tests do i need and how often should I get them?
Test Frequency Blood pressure measurements every 1-2 years Breast Exams monthly SELF-exams; annual physician Mammography after age 40, every 1-2 years; check with your doctor for your personal risk needs Cholesterol...
Colorectal Cancer: Who’s at Risk?
Risk Factors Associated with Colorectal Cancer Age Diet Polyps Personal History Family History Ulcerative Colitis The exact causes of colorectal cancer are not known. However, studies show that the following risk...
Breast Cancer Glossary
General Information Note: Separate PDQ summaries on Screening for Breast Cancer; Prevention of Breast Cancer; and Male Breast Cancer Treatment are also available. What is breast cancer? Breast cancer, a common cancer in...
Study confirms breast cancer risk in continuous combined hormone therapy
Risk begins to return to normal after women stop taking hormones Researchers confirmed that a daily, combined dose of estrogen and progestin increases breast cancer risk in post menopausal women, but added that this...
