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I have read articles that mammograms and breast self-exams (BSE) do not save lives, yet my health care team recommended both. Should I continue BSE and having screening mammograms?

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I have read articles that mammograms and breast self-exams (BSE) do not save lives, yet my health care team recommended both. Should I continue BSE and having screening mammograms?

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The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) includes a panel of experts who develop consensus guidelines on hereditary cancer risk and management. Many health care providers consider these guidelines to be standard-of-care.