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Breast Cancer Self-Exam
All women should begin examining their breasts for lumps every month. This should be done by looking at and feeling the breast, and familiarizing themselves with them so that they know when something isn't right. If a woman notices any abnormalities, they should tell their primary physician. This should be done throughout a woman's lifetime. -
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Skin Cancer Self-Exam
When examining the skin, people should follow the ABCDE rule, which states that they should check for asymmetry, border irregularity, abnormal color, diameter greater than 6 mm, and evolution. Everyone should do this throughout their lifetime. Tell the doctor if the ABCDE rule raises some concerns with any markings on the body. -
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Cervical Cancer Screening
At the age of 21, women should get a PAP test done. This is when cells are collected from the cervix to check for any abnormalities. This should be done every 3 years. However, once a woman turns 29, it should be done every 5 years, and women may stop once they turn 65. Also, HPV testing should be done if the PAP test is ever abnormal. In addition to this, if the PAP test is abnormal, an endometrial biopsy to check for uterine cancer may also be done. -
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Breast Cancer Screening
Besides self-exams, women should also get a mammogram once they turn 45 up until they turn 54. Once a women is 55, they can start receiving a mammogram once every two years. This is done by flattening the breasts one at a time between two discs and examining them for any lumps or dense parts via x-ray. -
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Colon Cancer Screening
Women and men should begin receiving colonoscopies at age 50 to check for colon cancer. This should be done every 10 years. It is done by putting a camera into the large intestine to check for any polyps or other abnormalities. -
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