Every woman is at risk for developing breast cancer, but there are several risk factors that can increase a woman's chance of developing breast cancer. If any of these are found, an exam by your healthcare provider is needed. A breast ultrasound can also be used to help gain more information about certain changes seen on a mammogram. There are many treatment options for persons with breast cancer. The earlier the cancer is detected the better the chances are for successful treatment.
Treatment is determined by the stage of the cancer.
The patient and her doctors should consider and discuss all of the current options available. Because each case is different, the treatment is individualized to the patient. Boone Hospital Center's Women's Health Source offers a variety of services for the detection and treatment of breast cancer. Services for the detection include, mammogram and digital mammogram by fully accredited staff, stereotactic breast biopsy using the Mammotone biopsy system and breast ultrasound. In addition, our cancer support group, Connections , meets twice monthly to provide support to those faced with the challenge of cancer.