You're in your thirties, feel a lump in the shower, and call your doctor. They say you're "too young for breast cancer" and suggest waiting months to see if it goes away. Should you push back? Dr. Bayo sits down with Dr. Robyn Roth (@theboobiedocs) to help you advocate for your breast health.

Dr. Roth is a board-certified radiologist who reads mammograms all day and breaks down when to start mammograms, what breast cancer risk factors matter, and how to handle being dismissed by healthcare providers. Perfect for anyone putting off mammograms or ignoring breast health concerns.

Key Takeaways: 

• What breast cancer is and biggest risk factors to know about 

• When women should start getting mammograms and how often 

• What it feels like to find a lump and what to look for 

• How to advocate for yourself when feeling dismissed by doctors 

• Top 5 most harmful breast cancer myths busted 

• How to support someone going through breast cancer

Resources Mentioned: 

• Tyrer-Cuzick Calculator: https://magview.com/ibis-risk-calculator/ 
• The Chrysalis Initiative: https://thechrysalisinitiative.org/

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• Podcast - "The Girlfriend's Guide to Breast Cancer"

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