Dr. Amber Dobyne of OakBend Medical Group recently discussed breast exams and mammograms and the different kinds a woman might expect to receive. A clinical breast exam is done by a patient’s OB/GYN or other health provider where they examine your breast for any abnormalities during a routine check-up. This exam is recommended every one…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the importance of annual mammography screenings and daily self breast exams to detect early signs of cancer. For every 1,000 women who have a screening mammogram: • 100 are recalled to get more mammography or ultrasound images • 20 are recommended for a needle…
There are numerous reasons why a radiologist may elect to ask for additional views or ultrasounds after reading your mammogram. We are viewing a 3-dimensional object in 2 dimensions. Overlapping tissue can create densities on the mammogram that appear as a mass or area termed “architectural distortion.” The main reasons you may be called back…
According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. OakBend Medical Center recognizes every woman is at risk for breast cancer and screening for risk factors although…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the importance of annual mammography screenings and daily self breast exams to detect early signs of cancer. For every 1,000 women who have a screening mammogram: • 100 are recalled to get more mammography or ultrasound images • 20 are recommended for a needle…
During the month of October, OakBend Medical Center is offering mammograms for the low-cost of $75.00 for patients that want or need to pay cash. Insured patients will use their insurance to cover the cost of the mammogram. Every Friday during October, OakBend Medical Center’s staff will be wearing pink in support of finding a…
