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How rare is breast cancer in women under 40 with no first degree relatives having it? what screening method is recommended for them?
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It is not rare: Breast cancer does occur in significant numbers under the age of 40 years. That is why annual mammography is recommended for all women starting at the age 40 years. You should also do breast self examination once monthly so that you will get to know what the normal feel is like so you would be able to detect any change in the future.
Answered 11/30/2015
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