I'm 42 and just had my third one last Thursday. I have no history of breast cancer in my family and no reason to need a mammo except that the Powers That Be said I did. So I did, not having any reason to do otherwise. Now, I will wait for 8 years for my next one. At least I have some good baselines.
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11-17-2009, 06:23 AM #1
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I had my 2nd mammogram a few months ago. I'm 50. I'm clear. My lst mammogram was over 10 yrs. ago. No problems.
Originally Posted by tulip
It was a decision that I made. I could have had one 2 yrs. ago but I kept forgetting to book the appt. It has nothing to do with socialized medicine. Here in British Columbia they advise women over 50 get a mammogram every 2years. I'm not even sure I want it in 2 years..abit later.My Personal blog on cycling & other favourite passions.
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11-17-2009, 06:58 AM #3
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The thought that I could have a cancer growing undetected in my body for two years is petrifying. Under 10% of breast cancer patients had a family history, which means most people have no reason to go, except perhaps to save their lives.
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