Options | A | U |
---|---|---|
*Women were asked what they would be willing to do to reduce their risk for breast cancer (A = affected, U = unaffected). | ||
Breast self-exam monthly | 100% (25/25) | 96% (22/23) |
Clinical breast exam more frequently | 96% (22/23) | 100% (25/25) |
Mammogram annually, beginning in their 30s | 96% (24/25) | 95% (21/22) |
Self-pay for office visits or mammogram | 73% (19/26) | 74% (17/23) |
Use of hormonal medication | 86% (18/21) | 78% (14/18) |
Prophylactic mastectomy | 48% (13/27) | 39% (9/23) |