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A member asked:
How can they check for breast cancer after a mastectomy?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
See a breast surgeon: Mammogram, ultrasound and MRI may all be helpful. The important thing is to have a breast surgeon with experience following you, interpreting all test results and coordinating your care. Take care and best of luck.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Physical Exam: After a mastectomy, frequent exams of the affected side, mammograms on the opposite side. Yearly chest xray, and other tests depending on symptoms.
Answered 3/19/2014
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