Should I worry about dense breast tissue? Are dense breasts abnormal?

Dense breasts are normal and common. Though normal, dense breasts do increase the risk of developing breast cancer and of having a cancer missed on a mammogram.

Many women have dense breasts. Density tends to decrease as a woman gets older.

Talk to your health care provider about whether you should have additional tests after your mammogram. Click here for 5 Facts Every Woman Should Know.

Learn More:

• 5 Facts Every Woman Should Know
• Video Series: Let’s Talk About Dense Breasts