Center for Breast Care

Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. There are different kinds of breast cancer. The kind of breast cancer depends on which cells in the breast turn into cancer.

Center for Breast Care at Granger Medical

Breast density refers to the amount of fibrous and glandular tissue compared to fatty tissue in the breast. Dense breasts have more fibrous and glandular tissue, which can make it harder to spot abnormalities on a mammogram. It’s important to understand your breast density because it can slightly increase your risk of breast cancer and may affect the accuracy of certain screening methods. Your doctor can help recommend the best screening approach for your unique needs. Contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM) is an advanced imaging technique that combines a traditional mammogram with a special contrast dye. The dye highlights areas with increased blood supply, making it easier to detect certain types of breast cancers that might be missed on a routine mammogram. CEM is especially useful for patients with dense breast tissue or those at higher risk for breast cancer. A 2D mammogram captures a flat, two-dimensional image of the breast, while a 3D mammogram (also called digital breast tomosynthesis) takes multiple images from different angles to create a three-dimensional view. The 3D images make it easier to detect small tumors, reduce overlapping tissue, and provide a clearer picture, especially for women with dense breasts. In many cases, 3D mammography improves accuracy and reduces the need for follow-up testing.

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What are the symptoms

New lump in the breast or underarm (armpit)
Thickening or swelling of part of the breast
Irritation or dimpling of breast skin
Redness or flaky skin in the nipple area or the breast
Pulling in of the nipple or pain in the nipple area
Nipple discharges other than breast milk, including blood
Any change in the size or the shape of the breast
Pain in any area of the breast

Why is breast cancer screening important?

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the USA and in the world
About 1 in 8 women (13%) are going to develop breast cancer during their life
A woman’s risk of breast cancer doubles if she has a mother, sister, or daughter with breast cancer
Certain genetic mutations increase the risk of developing breast cancer. This includes a ~70% lifetime risk in women with a BRCA gene mutation. These cancers grow more quickly and tend to occur in younger women.
85% of breast cancers occur in women with NO family history of breast cancer
The likelihood of death from breast cancer is less than 1% when it is detected early before it has spread outside of the breast (stage 1). This is why we recommend screening mammograms every year.
The likelihood of dying from breast cancer increases to 14% if it has spread to nearby lymph nodes
The likelihood of dying from breast cancer is 70% if it has spread to other areas of the body

Conditions We Diagnose & Treat

Mammograms
Ultrasounds
Core Guided Biopsies
Stereotactic Procedures
Pathology
Genetic Testing

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Locations Offering Center for Breast Care

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Fairbourne Location

1159 E 200 N ste 300, American Fork, UT 84003

Riverton Clinic

12391 South 4000 West, Riverton, UT 84096, USA

Holladay Clinic

999 E Murray Holladay Rd ste 207, Holladay, UT 84117, USA

Center for Breast Care Providers at Granger Medical

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— Sarah J., Patient for 5 years

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— Michael R., Patient for 2 years

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