Understanding Abnormal Mammograms and Breast Exams | Health Goes Strong

What you should do -- and why you should not panic

By: Barbara Kantrowitz

July 6, 2010

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Just because you're told that you need further evaluation, it doesn't mean the worst. Most troublesome findings are, in fact, benign.

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