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Which test is used to screen for breast cancer in patients who have already had a mastectomy?
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Increased chance: Of developing cancer in the other breast, annual mammograms. Also, your doctor will also test for liver and bone spread with blood tests.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Physical exam: Physical exam, both self exams and by a doctor, are the best ways to look for recurrence after mastectomy. For women who had reconstruction with a tram or diep flap (not implant), mammogram is sometimes recommended. For women with implants, MRI can be considered but is not routine.
Answered 1/27/2016
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