Breast Exam

The YWCA offers free clinical breast exams and mammographies across the US. Find out if your local Y participates.

This clinical breast exam in The L Word is actually fairly accurate. Get an idea of what they're like and then go get one if you haven't.

The point of regular self breast exams is to know what is normal for them, so you can find a change that might indicate a tumor.

From first-timers to old hands, you will learn something new about mammography breast exams - what they are, how to prep, what to expect.

During a breast exam you will likely find a few lumps. Luckily most of them are harmless - learn about the more common ones here.

Remembering to do your monthly breast exam doesn't always come naturally. Sign up to get an e-mail delivered on the same date each month. No spam.

You'll need Flash for this audio-visual tutorial, which gives extensive details for giving yourself a breast exam and explains why it is necessary.

Keep in mind that it's more important to note changes during breast exams than to find every little lump - most breasts are a bit lumpy.

Self exams aren't enough - studies show regular clinical breast exams are also necessary for early detection of breast cancer.

At different ages, different types and frequencies of breast exams are recommended. Find out what your schedule should be.

Women aren't the only ones who need to use breast exams for early detection of cancer. Learn what men can do to prevent this diaease.

Learn both the benefits and potential harms of mammography, self-exams, and clinical breast exams, based on scientific studies.

Even teens should do breast self-exams regularly. Show this site aimed at young women to your daughter, or check it out yourself.

Using MRI for exams for breast cancer is only suggested for high-risk women due to a high false positive rate. May require free registration.