Do you have dense breasts? Only your radiologist knows for sure. And that could be an increasingly important piece of information, as evidence increases that breast density is one of the prime risk factors in breast cancer, particularly in pre-menopausal women.
What Is Breast Density, Anyway?
It’s based on the amount of fat tissue in your breasts: the more fat tissue, the lower your breast density. Aside from cosmetic issues–so what? Well, breasts with more fat tissue are easier and more...
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