I found a lump in my breast. Does this mean I have breast cancer?
Following up an abnormal clinical breast exam – Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
What is benign breast disease – Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Understanding Breast Changes: A Health Guide for All Women - NCI

My doctor says that my mammography results are “abnormal.” What does this mean?
Follow Up On An Abnormal Mammogram – The Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

What other tests are done to diagnose breast cancer?
Screening and Testing – Breastcancer.org

What can you tell me about having a breast biopsy?
For Women Facing A Breast Biopsy – National Cancer Institute
Needle Biopsies – Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Surgical Biopsies – Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

I just learned that I have breast cancer. It's all very overwhelming. Do you have anything I can watch that may help me?
WomenStories - Initial Discovery and Diagnosis

Where is the first place I should look for treatment information?
Breast Cancer: Treatment – NCI/PDQ®

Where else can I find basic information on treatments for breast cancer?
Treatment – Breastcancer.org
Treatment Options and Side Effects – Y- ME National Breast Cancer Organization

What can you tell me about surgery for breast cancer?
Video from WomenStories - Surgical Choices
(Be sure to scroll to bottom of page and select the appropriate speed to watch a video about seven women and the choices they made for surgery.)
Scroll to bottom of page to watch a video about
Surgery for Breast Cancer – American Cancer Society
Surgery – Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Questions & Answers About NCI’s Sentinel Node Biopsy Trials - NCI

I am considering breast reconstruction. Do you have any information on this?
Reconstruction– Y-ME
Breast Reconstruction – American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Can you tell me about non-surgical treatments for breast cancer?
Adjuvant Therapy for Breast Cancer: Questions & Answers - NCI
Heceptin: Questions & Answers - NCI

I'm going to be having chemotherapy. Do you have anything I can watch to help me prepare for it?
Video from WomenStories - Chemotherapy -
(Be sure to scroll to bottom of page and select the appropriate speed to watch a video about how several women coped with chemotherapy.)

I heard that breast cancer can be treated with hormones. How do I know if this is for me? Can you tell me more about this?
Video from WomenStories - Hormone Treatment
(Be sure to scroll to bottom of page and select the appropriate speed to watch a video about women who have had hormone therapy.)
Hormone Receptors - Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Tamoxifen: Questions & Answers – NCI

I heard that breast cancer patients often have trouble with lymphedema (swelling). What can you tell me about this?
Arm Lymphedema – Breastcancer.org
National Lymphedema Network

How will breast cancer affect my sexuality? Can I still have children?
Video from WomenStories - Intimacy
(Be sure to scroll to bottom of page and select the appropriate speed to watch a video with women and their partners offering stories and advice about dealing with sexuality issues.)
Sex & Intimacy – Breastcancer.org
Having Children After Breast Cancer – Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

I'm only 32. It seems like a lot of things are geared toward older women with breast cancer. Do you have anything I could watch that's for young women?
Video from WomenStories - Young Women and Breast Cancer
(Be sure to scroll to bottom of page and select the appropriate speed to watch a video the experiences of several young women with breast cancer.)

I’m a man who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. It’s hard to find information that’s just for men. Any ideas on where to look?
Male Breast Cancer – Susan G Komen Foundation
Detailed Guide: Male Breast Cancer – American Cancer Society

My breast cancer has come back. Do you have any information on this?
Recurrent Breast Cancer – Livingwithit.org

My breast cancer has spread to other parts of my body. Can you tell me more about metastatic breast cancer?
Metastatic Breast Cancer – Livingwithit.org
Treatment of Metastatic Breast Cancer – Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Metastatic Breast Cancer Website

My breast cancer has come back and I have some spread to my bones. Do you have anything to watch that would show how others have managed this?
Video from WomenStories - Recurrence and Metastasis - - (Be sure to scroll to bottom of page to watch a video about how women and their families cope with recurrence or metastasis.)

Someone close to me has breast cancer. How can I help them?
Video from WomenStories - Family Support
(Be sure to scroll to bottom of page to watch a video about how several families coped with their loved one's breast cancer.)
Mothers Supporting Daughters with Breast Cancer
Supporting a Loved One – Y-Me

Who is at risk for breast cancer?
What Are the Risk Factors for Breast Cancer – American Cancer Society

Is there any way to prevent breast cancer?
Prevention – Breastcancer.org
Prevention of Breast Cancer – NCI

What can you tell me about having a mammogram? How do I know if I need one? Do they hurt?
Mammography – Susan G Komen Breast Foundation

My mother had breast cancer. Does this mean I will get it? Can you tell me more about hereditary breast cancer?
Genes and Breast Cancer Risk (Family History) – Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Inherited Genetic Mutations - Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Gene Testing for BRAC1 and BRAC2: It’s Your Choice – NCI
FORCE: Facing Our Risk Of Cancer Empowered

I know I am at high risk for getting breast cancer. Is there anything I can do to prevent breast cancer?
Preventative Mastectomy – NCI
The Study of Tamoxifen & Raloxifene (STAR): Questions & Answers - NCI

Do you have a list of websites, books, and other resources on breast cancer?
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