What should we look for when getting screened for breast cancer and what should we ask our physician during this visit? Aimee Mackey, M.D., FACS, Texas Breast Specialists-San Marcos and South Austin, joined In Focus Texas (Spectrum News 1, Austin) to answer these questions. With breast cancer being the second-deadliest cancer among American women, Dr. Mackey shares how early detection is key to successful outcomes for breast cancer, the importance of genetic testing and when to consider taking a test, as well as shining light on the mental and emotional side effects of cancer treatment on patients.
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