What to ask your doctor about breast cancer

Some questions you might ask your doctor

How can I know whether the changes in my breasts are normal and not a symptom of breast cancer?
If I have a lump, how likely is it to be benign?
How quickly will you know if my breast lump is cancer?
How will you let me know – do I have a choice about how I am told?
How quickly will my treatment begin if you diagnose cancer?
Should I have NHS breast screening?
How reliable is mammography at finding breast cancer for a woman my age?
Can I be screened for free if I am over 70 or under 50 if I think I need it?
Where is my nearest breast screening centre?
What happens – how is the breast X-ray done?
Is mammography painful?
What happens if I am called back after breast screening?
How can I reduce my risk of breast cancer?
Will changing my diet reduce my risk of breast cancer?