The current guidelines for screening by mammogram recommend which of the following?
a. baseline screening mammogram for women age 30
b. mammogram every 2 years for women ages 30–45
c. baseline mammography and annual screening starting at age 40
d. annual mammogram for women after age 45
C
The current guidelines for screening by mammogram include monthly breast self-exam starting in the 20s. Between the ages of 20 and 39, a clinical breast exam should be performed every 3 years. A clinical breast exam should be performed every year for women starting at age 40 . A baseline mammography and annual mammography screening starting at age 40 are recommended in asymptomatic women. The guidelines have no specific recommendations for women after age 45.
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