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A breast lump can be described as a mass, growth, swelling, thickness or fullness. A breast lump can vary in the way it looks and feels. If you have a breast lump, you may notice: A dis...

The main purpose of female breasts is to produce milk and nourishment for newborns. Breastfeeding can present many issues and concerns for moms, including pain, engorgement, pumping,&nb...

Everyone is born with a small amount of breast tissue. During puberty, women begin developing more breast tissue and men do not. Though breast cancer is most commonly thought of a disease that affects...

Early detection of breast lumps is important. Conducting regular breast self-exams is a good way to get to know your breasts so that you can identify if your breasts change. If you notice n...

If you're concerned about developing breast cancer, you might be wondering if there are steps you can take to help prevent breast cancer. Some risk factors, such as family history, can't be changed. H...

At Mayo Clinic Health System, an entire team of expert and specialized staff work together to serve you. Brief videos are available to help you select a health care provider whose approach to care ali...

The OB-GYN team in Albert Lea cares for women in all stages of life, from adolescence to pregnancy to menopause and beyond. The team provides surgical and nonsurgical care for each patient's health ne...

Preventive care is just as important as taking care of yourself when you're sick. A gynecological preventive exam is a great opportunity for you and your provider to review your health, discuss preven...

If you're considering using birth control, you have many options — from natural family planning and over-the-counter birth control products to prescription contraceptives or sterilization. ...

The Mayo Clinic Health System OB-GYN team is part of the world class Mayo Clinic cancer team. They provide offer an integrated approach to the diagnosis and surgical management of women's cancers and ...