{"id":1214,"date":"2021-04-13T12:05:51","date_gmt":"2021-04-13T12:05:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/?p=1214"},"modified":"2025-11-18T15:08:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T15:08:09","slug":"what-does-the-breast-evaluation-and-treatment-center-in-miami-fl-offer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/blog\/breast-evaluation-and-treatment-center-offers\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Choose Us for Your Breast Health Care Needs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breast Care Center Miami is a comprehensive breast care center that helps women learn more about their breast health, prevent cancer and detect tumors in their early stages. It also offers treatment plans and office procedures for women with cancer or those who have a high risk of developing cancerous tissue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This article focuses on our <\/span><a href=\"\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/breast-evaluation-and-treatment-miami-florida\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">breast evaluation center<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> services. It explores how we can help our patients evaluate their breasts for abnormal tissue or cysts and the breast evaluation services they can book with our team.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why Breast Care Center Miami?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At Breast Care Center Miami we offer personalized care to men and women of all ages, as diagnosis and treatment plans may vary from one person to another.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The quality of our work and the satisfaction we provide to our patients make our clinic an excellent choice for people looking for a breast care evaluation and treatment center. Our team is compassionate and offers years of experience in breast care, which we believe helps people make the right decision to treat and prevent breast cancer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conditions We Evaluate and Treat<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some of the conditions that we evaluate and treat include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breast pain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nipple discharge or retraction.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Premalignant conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breast cancer.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breast infection.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lumps.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Breast Care Services<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Our breast evaluation center offers comprehensive breast care services, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Genetic Counseling<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">People who have a family history of breast cancer have an increased risk of developing cancerous tissue in their breasts. We offer genetic counseling to help our patients and their families learn about breast cancer prevention, risks, diagnosis, and treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Genetic counselors help patients learn more about the risks and the options available to help them reduce the chances of developing breast cancer. They also inform them about screening techniques and gene mutations that can be passed down from earlier generations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/cancer\/breast\/basic_info\/mammograms.htm\"><b>Mammogram<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1216 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mammogram.jpg\" alt=\"Female Patient Undergoing Mammogram Screening Procedure\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mammogram-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mammogram-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mammogram-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mammogram-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mammogram-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mammogram-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Mammogram.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mammograms are an X-ray test that produces a visual image of the inner breast tissue to detect abnormalities such as cysts, tumors, and calcifications. Mammography can help spot these structures before any symptoms appear using the low-dose technique, so you must attend your annual mammogram exam.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We also perform mammograms as diagnostic tests for patients who have breast cancer symptoms such as:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breast lump.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nipple discharge.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Thickening or swelling of the breasts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A change in size or shape of the breast.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Diagnostic mammograms may take longer than a regular screening mammogram, as your physician takes more X-rays that provide more images from multiple points. They may also zoom in on a specific area if they suspect that there is abnormal tissue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Furthermore, we may suggest that you do the following before you come in for your breast evaluation exam:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don&#8217;t use deodorants, lotions, antiperspirants, creams, or powders under your arms or on your breasts, as these can be visible on your mammogram.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take over-the-counter pain medication an hour before your scheduled appointment, such as paracetamol, aspirin, or ibuprofen. This will help reduce pain and discomfort.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bring your previous image results if you have already done a mammogram before, as we can compare them with your new results that we produce at our clinic.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Ultrasounds<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In this section, we will be discussing another exam that our comprehensive breast care center offers.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A breast ultrasound is a pain-free technique that helps us get an inner view of the breasts to get an accurate diagnosis of what could be causing your symptoms. It uses sound waves and can identify specific changes, such as fluid-filled cysts (which are very unlikely to be cancer), as these are hard to detect on a mammogram.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Suppose you are experiencing swelling or masses under the arm. In that case, ultrasound can help guide biopsy needles into those areas so that they can take the cells out for testing without making incisions in potentially cancerous tissue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your doctor uses an instrument called a transducer and moves it across your skin. It sends out sound waves to produce echoes from different parts of the breast. The computer then converts these echoes into images so that doctors can detect abnormalities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Physical Exam<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">During your physical exam, your physician may examine your breasts for any abnormalities or lumps. They may also palpate, squeeze, and knead them to check if they feel dense or firm when pressed upon.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You should have a breast exam annually with your physician. They can also suggest what type of examination would be appropriate based on their assessment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you have had breast surgery in the past, you may need more frequent examinations because there is always a risk that scar tissue could develop cancerous cells later on down the line.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you notice any symptoms such as pain, nipple discharge, or changes in the size of either breast, contact your doctor right away to schedule your breast evaluation exam.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Breast MRI<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1217 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Breast-MRI.jpg\" alt=\"Doctor Showing Magnetic Resonance Exam Procedure\" width=\"1000\" height=\"765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Breast-MRI-200x153.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Breast-MRI-300x230.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Breast-MRI-400x306.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Breast-MRI-600x459.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Breast-MRI-768x588.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Breast-MRI-800x612.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/Breast-MRI.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We also offer magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at our breast evaluation center. It uses magnetic fields to produce images after we inject patients with a contrast agent. It does not detect calcifications or the earliest signs of breast cancer, just like what happens during a mammography exam. However, both mammograms and MRIs can detect abnormalities in the breast tissue that indicate that potential cancerous cells are developing. This may help prevent cancer from spreading to other parts of the body, such as the lungs or liver.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The American Cancer Society recommends that those aged 40 years and older get an MRI once a year. However, women with a high risk of developing cancer should get MRIs and mammograms at age 30, unless stated otherwise by their doctor. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Women who have tested positive for a breast cancer gene.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Those whose close relatives have had breast cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Those who have undergone chest radiation for cancer.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Breast Self-Exam Education<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breast self-examination is a crucial component of comprehensive breast care. We teach our patients how to perform a self-examination, as it is the key to finding abnormal changes in your breasts before they develop into cancer. In addition, it can be beneficial for women with dense breast tissue who have difficulty feeling their breasts during a mammography exam.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We recommend all women of all ages check their breasts at least once a month. Sixty percent of diagnosed breast cancers are not detected by women who feel a lump. So that leaves forty percent of women who notice lumps themselves, so it is crucial to establish a breast self-exam routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For example, patients can perform this breast evaluation exam in the shower, in front of a mirror, or when they&#8217;re lying down. They can use their three middle fingers and press on their breasts and armpit area. This helps check for any lumps, thickening, or other changes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Moreover, if you feel a lump or cyst, don&#8217;t panic. Many women have lumpy areas in their breasts that may turn out to be benign (non-cancerous).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Book Your Appointment Today<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you&#8217;re looking for a medical facility that provides breast care services, look no further. We offer a wide range of services to help care for your breasts, such as physical exams, ultrasound, mammograms, and biopsies, among others.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you need more information about our services, call our office today. We look forward to meeting you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sources<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breast exam. (n.d.). <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/kimmel_cancer_center\/cancers_we_treat\/breast_cancer_program\/treatment_and_services\/risk_and_prevention\/breast_exam.html#:~:text=Adult%20women%20of%20all%20ages,self%2Dexam%20is%20very%20important\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/kimmel_cancer_center\/cancers_we_treat\/breast_cancer_program\/treatment_and_services\/risk_and_prevention\/breast_exam.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Breast MRI. (2019). <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/cancer\/breast-cancer\/screening-tests-and-early-detection\/breast-mri-scans.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/cancer\/breast-cancer\/screening-tests-and-early-detection\/breast-mri-scans.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Breast Care Center Miami is a comprehensive breast care center that helps women learn more about their breast health, prevent<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1215,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[168],"tags":[175,176,178,177],"class_list":["post-1214","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-office-procedures","tag-breast-evaluation","tag-breast-evaluation-center","tag-comprehensive-breast-care","tag-comprehensive-breast-care-center"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1214","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1214"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1214\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1215"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1214"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1214"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1214"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}