A few weeks ago, I had my annual mammogram. The report came back saying that everything was fine. But at the bottom of the report it said that a breast ultrasound in 2012 revealed some abnormalities in my right breast and that there had been no follow up. I remembered that ultrasound in 2012. I …
Whether or not you should get genetic testing is not a decision we at Midlife Boulevard can make for you. Please speak with your doctors and your family members as you assess whether this is something you need to consider. Below you will find Dr. Allmen offering up information on why some people do and …
My OB/GYN suggested that my mom get tested for the BRCA gene, and if they discovered that she carried it, I would get tested next. If I tested positive, then I would need to consult with my doctor about what options would eliminate and/or lessen my risk for developing breast cancer. Many of the options …
Dr. Tara Allmen can be found on her website discussing perimenopause, menopause and midlife women’s health. You can also find her on Facebook and Twitter. In my experience, there is nothing women fear more than breast cancer. Nothing! The foundation for all current breast cancer screening is mammography. While it is not a perfect test, …
