American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists: Every year, 40 and older
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force:
Every other year, ages 50 to 74
Consult with doctor, 40 to 49
National Breast Cancer Coalition:
Every other year, ages 50 to 74
Consult with doctor, 40 to 49
American Cancer Society:
Consult with doctor, 40 to 45
Every year, ages 45 to 54
Every other year, 55 and older
National Comprehensive Cancer Network:
Every year, 40 and older
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center:
Every year, 40 and older
American College of Surgeons:
Every year, 40 and older
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Breast cancer-related symptoms that require attention include:
[ul: [li:Lump, hard, irregular knot or thickening in the breast or underarm] [li:Swelling, warmth, redness or darkening of the breast] [li:Change in breast size or shape] [li:Dimpling or puckering of skin] [li:Itchy, scaly sore or rash on nipple] [li:Pulling in nipple or other breast areas] [li:Nipple retraction] [li:Nipple discharge] [li:New spot of pain] ]
Source: Susan G. Komen and American Cancer Society
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