Is That Rash Under Your Breast a Yeast Infection? Posted on July 14, 2026 By Bedford Breast Center While yeast infections are often associated with oral thrush or vaginal candidiasis, they can also occur on the skin of the breast, including the nipple, areola, and inframammary fold. A breast yeast infection, or cutaneous candidiasis, is typically not serious, but it can cause discomfort and is sometimes mistaken for other breast concerns that need … Read More
Genetic Counseling and Testing: What the Process Looks Like, and How to Navigate the Feelings That Come With It Posted on July 1, 2026 By Bedford Breast Center Author: Amanda Shrewsbury, MS, CGC, Founder of ClearPath Genetics This guest blog contribution is from Amanda Shrewsbury, MS, CGC, a board-certified genetic counselor and the founder of ClearPath Genetics, a telehealth hereditary cancer genetic counseling and testing practice. Her work centers on hereditary cancer risk assessment, helping people understand what their family history and genetic … Read More
Microcalcifications on Mammography: What Do They Mean? Posted on June 25, 2026 By Bedford Breast Center If you've ever received a mammogram report mentioning microcalcifications, you're not alone in having questions. The term can sound concerning, especially when it appears unexpectedly after a routine screening. The good news: in the vast majority of cases, they are completely benign. But understanding what they are, how they're detected, and what comes next can … Read More
How Perimenopause and Menopause Can Affect Your Breasts Posted on June 18, 2026 By Bedford Breast Center Menopause is one of the most significant transitions a woman's body will go through, and it affects far more than just your menstrual cycle. Your breasts, in particular, can change in ways that feel unfamiliar or even alarming. The good news is that most of these changes are completely normal. Understanding what to expect, and … Read More
Is My Breast Lump Cancer? 4 Common Benign Findings, Explained Posted on June 16, 2026 By Dr. Heather Richardson Feeling a lump in the breast can be an unsettling experience. For many patients, the immediate concern is cancer, and understandably so. But in clinical practice, the majority of breast findings identified on imaging are benign, meaning they are not cancerous and do not pose a threat to long-term health. At Bedford Breast Center, one … Read More
The Complete Guide to Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy Posted on May 20, 2026 By Bedford Breast Center The complete guide to nipple-sparing mastectomy begins with a truth that removing cancer does not have to mean losing the body you know. At Bedford Breast Center, we believe that eradicating cancer shouldn't mean eradicating beauty. For carefully selected patients, nipple-sparing mastectomy offers the opportunity to prioritize both oncologic safety and aesthetic preservation, helping women … Read More
Breast Cancer Screening Options for Dense Breasts Posted on May 13, 2026 By Bedford Breast Center If you have been told you have dense breast tissue, understanding your breast cancer screening options for dense breasts is one of the most important steps you can take for your long-term health. Dense tissue is common, affecting nearly half of all women who undergo mammography, but it does create two distinct challenges: it can … Read More
Evaluations and Considerations Following a Breast Cancer Diagnosis Posted on May 11, 2026 By Dr. Heather Richardson Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can bring an immediate flood of questions, and for many patients, an overwhelming sense of urgency. Where do I start? Who do I call? What happens next? These are questions the team at Bedford Breast Center hears every day, and answering them clearly and without rushing is where the work … Read More
3 Things Every Lumpectomy Patient Wants to Know Posted on May 11, 2026 By Dr. Leslie Memsic If you or a loved one is preparing for a lumpectomy, it's completely normal to have questions. A diagnosis or the discovery of an abnormal mass can feel overwhelming, and the weeks leading up to surgery are often filled with uncertainty. You may find yourself lying awake wondering what the procedure will feel like, how … Read More
Complete Guide to Breast Reconstruction Posted on May 8, 2026 By Bedford Breast Center This complete guide to breast reconstruction is written for women navigating one of the most important decisions of their lives, whether you are preparing for a mastectomy, have already undergone surgery, or are exploring options to improve a previous reconstruction. Breast reconstruction is not a single procedure but a highly personalized journey, and understanding your … Read More