Breast Screening Dilemmas

Are You Being Screened Wisely? (The Truth About Breast Cancer Screening and Treatment)

Breast cancer screening is one of the most debated—and misunderstood—topics in modern medicine.

Should women begin screening at 40 or 50? Is annual mammography really necessary? Are false positives harmless reassurance, or a source of anxiety, unnecessary biopsies, and overtreatment? And what about dense breasts, family history, BRCA mutations, and the rise of digital imaging?

In Breast Screening Dilemmas, Dr. ID OKPOMBOR brings clarity to a topic clouded by conflicting guidelines and emotional decision-making. With evidence-based insight and compassionate explanation, this book helps women truly understand the benefits, risks, and limitations of breast cancer screening.

Inside, you’ll learn:

• Why mammography saves lives—but not equally in every age group
• The real difference between digital and film mammograms, and why younger women often receive less accurate results
• How breast density, hormones, genetics, and lifestyle factors affect your personal risk
• What false positives, overdiagnosis, and unnecessary biopsies really mean for women
• Why some cancers detected through screening may never become dangerous—and how medicine is trying to reduce harm
• How BRCA1/BRCA2 mutations dramatically change screening strategy
• Why guidelines differ between medical organizations—and how to choose what’s right for YOU

Dr. OKPOMBOR also breaks down essential concepts with simplicity and precision:

• Understanding risk: age-based vs. genetic vs. hormonal
• How to interpret BI-RADS, breast density categories, and imaging follow-up recommendations
• What staging really means—from in situ (DCIS/LCIS) to metastatic disease
• How modern treatments, chemoprevention, and risk-reducing surgeries fit into the bigger picture

You will also discover:

• The truth behind breast self-exams—and why most guidelines no longer recommend them
• How to thoughtfully balance anxiety, safety, and evidence when choosing screening intervals
• The role of clinical breast exams, MRI screening for high-risk women, and personalized prevention strategies

This book empowers you to:

• Make informed decisions instead of relying on conflicting advice
• Ask the right questions during medical visits
• Understand whether annual, biennial, or risk-based screening is best for you
• Advocate confidently for your breast health—without fear or confusion

Balanced, accessible, and grounded in science, Breast Screening Dilemmas is indispensable for women, clinicians, students, and anyone seeking to understand the rapidly evolving landscape of breast cancer detection.

Don’t navigate breast screening blindly.
Don’t be overwhelmed by mixed messages.

Gain clarity. Understand your risks. Take control of your screening choices.

Order your copy today.