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Mammograms are extremely important for a woman's wellness care.
A diagnostic mammogram is used when further investigation of a suspected problem area in the breast is required. Early detection of breast cancer, when the lesion is very small, offers a better chance of survival against a disease that takes the lives of approximately 46,000 women annually. They also are often candidates for breast conservation surgery. Some women believe that they do not need a mammogram because they have no risk factors for breast cancer, such as a family history of the disease. Women ages 20 to 39 should undergo a physical breast examination performed by a health care professional, such as a physician, physician's assistant or a nurse, every three years.