Women’s Concerns About Dense Breast

How do I know if I have dense breasts?

Breast density is not related to breast size or firmness. Also, it has nothing to do with how your breast feels and size. Breast density can only be seen on Mammogram.

 

Who will see If I have dense breast or not?

Radiologist sees breast density. Radiologists are doctors who “read” x-rays like mammograms. They check your mammogram for areas which are not normal and also look at breast density. 

 

Why is breast density important?

Women who have dense breast tissue have a higher risk of breast cancer compared to women with less dense breast tissue? It’s unclear at this time why dense breast tissue is linked to breast cancer risk.

Dense breast tissue also makes it harder for radiologists to see cancer. On mammograms, dense breast tissue looks white. Breast masses or tumours also look white, so the dense tissue can hide tumours. But fatty tissue looks almost black. On a black background, it’s easier to see a tumour that looks white. So, mammograms can be less accurate in women with dense breasts.

Do I need a mammogram?

Yes. Most breast cancers can be seen on a mammogram even in women who have dense breast tissue. So, the regular mammograms will help you find the future dense breast issue. Mammograms can help save women’s lives.