High-risk individuals are women over the age of 40, women with a personal history of breast cancer and those who have a family history of breast cancer. As with all types of cancer it is advantageous to detect breast cancer early.
Women should develop a routine and do a monthly self-examination for lumps. If a lump is detected they should consult a medical practitioner who would then send them for a mammogram. Once the diagnosis from the mammogram is received a complete pathology report will determine the appropriate treatment options.
Issued by:
The Directorate Communications
Office of the Superintendent of Health, Western Cape
Department of Health