Mammogram
Mammogram is an X-ray image of the
breast. This image can discover early breast cancer, so it can be used as
screening method for early diagnosis. Early diagnosis ease the treatment and
can achieve cure. Mammogram can detect any abnormal change in up to 90% of
cases. Mammogram helps enough in diagnosing malignant changes even if it is not
palpable. It is commonly to take at least 2 images for each breast depending on
the size of the breast. Sometimes, it is necessary to take more images. Annual
mammogram after the age of 40 years old is an important screening method for
early detection of breast cancer.