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In response to "Interesting: The cumulative risk of a false positive mammogram result after 10 mammos: 49%" by James Bond (aka Igor)

I'd like the exact quote for the claim that breast self-exams being "no longer recommended." -- nm

Posted by mara Dec 4 '09, 13:21

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I'm certain glad I found mine, rather than having it turn up on a mammo months later. -- nm - MojaveMeg Dec 4, 13:56
There have been 3 major studies done (in Canda, China, and Australia). Women were followed for 10 years. Results showed no gain, but harm. - James Bond (aka Igor) Dec 4, 13:24 1
- I see, thanks. -- nm - mara Dec 4, 13:30
I will continue to recommend husband breast exams though. -- nm - Shaun Dec 4, 13:21 3
- Why can't husbands examine their own breasts? -- nm - loosilu Dec 4, 13:26
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  - It's for the greater good. -- nm - Shaun Dec 4, 13:23

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