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Medical Groups Differ on Recommended Age to Start Mammograms
Guidelines from major health organizations vary on when women should begin regular mammogram screening and how often scans should occur. The differences center on starting ages of 40, 45, or 50 and screening intervals of one or two years.
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Medical organizations continue to issue differing recommendations on the age at which women should begin mammogram screening. Guidelines disagree on whether to begin at age 40, 45 or 50, and whether a yearly or every-other-year scan is best. The variation leaves patients and physicians to weigh individual risk factors when deciding on a schedule.
Family history of breast cancer, personal health conditions, and prior screening results can influence the timing and frequency of mammograms. Women are advised to discuss these elements with their physicians to determine an approach suited to their circumstances.
Consulting a healthcare provider allows patients to review current guidelines alongside personal medical data before scheduling screening.
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