A mammogram is X-ray test of the breasts (mammary glands) used
to screen for breast problems, such as a lump, and whether a
lump is fluid-filled (a cyst) or a solid mass. A mammogram is
done to help screen for or detect breast cancer. Many small
tumors can be seen on a mammogram before they can be felt by a
woman or her doctor. Cancer is most easily treated and cured
when it is discovered in an early stage. Mammograms do not
prevent breast cancer or reduce a woman's risk of developing
cancer. But regular mammograms can reduce a woman's risk of
dying from breast cancer by detecting a cancer when it is more
easily treated. Your doctor may recommend testing at a younger
age if you have risk factors for breast cancer. - Breast Cancer
Screening: When Should I Start Having Mammograms? A mammogram
that appears to detect a cancer, when in fact a cancer is not
present (false-positive results), can occur at any age but is
more likely to occur in younger women. About 5% to 10% of
screening mammograms will require more t