Breast pain is common and is often managed with reassurance, education, topical NSAIDs, and stress-reduction strategies


Triple test remains the gold standard for evaluating breast symptoms, with a diagnostic accuracy of over 99.6% when performed correctly
Perimenopause brings breast changes, including fibrocystic changes and increased fat, which can affect cancer risk
Online risk calculators like organd iPrevent are valuable tools for assessing true breast cancer risk, highlighting that lifestyle factors have more impact than family history


Risk-reduction strategies include daily exercise, limiting alcohol, maintaining a healthy weight, and considering individualised approaches to menopause hormone therapy

 

Host: Dr Marita Long | Total Time:25 mins

Expert: Dr Virginia Barid, Women's Health GP

 

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Breast pain is common and is often managed with reassurance, education, topical NSAIDs, and stress-reduction strategies
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Triple test remains the gold standard for evaluating breast symptoms, with a diagnostic accuracy of over 99.6% when performed correctly
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<li>Perimenopause brings breast changes, including fibrocystic changes and increased fat, which can affect cancer risk</li>
<li>Online risk calculators like org and iPrevent are valuable tools for assessing true breast cancer risk, highlighting that lifestyle factors have more impact than family history</li>
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Risk-reduction strategies include daily exercise, limiting alcohol, maintaining a healthy weight, and considering individualised approaches to menopause hormone therapy
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Host: Dr Marita Long | Total Time:25 mins
Expert:&nbsp;Dr Virginia Barid, Women's Health GP
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