Bedford Breast Center
436 N Bedford Dr, Ste 308
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (310) 278-8590
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m.– 5 p.m.
When you're experiencing breast pain, tenderness, and swelling, it's understandable to be concerned. For nursing mothers, one common culprit behind these symptoms is . This blog post will address common questions about this condition---its causes, treatments, prevention, and more. 1. What Causes Mastitis? Mastitis can be caused by bacteria from your baby's mouth entering the …
Fibroadenoma During Pregnancy: Answering Your Breast Health Questions Breast abnormalities are certainly serious, but discovering a mass or lump in the breast during or immediately after pregnancy can be doubly frightening. Below, our Beverly Hills breast specialists answer common questions about managing breast health before, during, and after pregnancy. Should I have fibroadenomas removed during …
Although finding a lump in your breast is, without a doubt, an alarming discovery, the good news is that not every breast abnormality is necessarily cancer-related. One of the most common categories of breast tissue growth is a fibroadenoma, and it occurs in approximately 10 percent of American women. Below, we discuss treatment, from surgery …
A breast cancer diagnosis can set off a cascade of emotions, and you might feel as though you have little control. One way to regain that control is by getting answers to your questions after learning about your diagnosis. Even though the list of questions may seem endless, we'll use this blog post to address …
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and essential bond between a mother and her newborn. However, amidst the joys of this journey, there can be challenges to overcome. One such challenge many breastfeeding mothers may face is – a painful breast infection that can interfere with this special connection. What is Mastitis? Mastitis is an infection that …
When a woman faces a breast cancer diagnosis, she needs to remember that she has choices on this journey. No woman should have to settle simply because "that's the way it's always been done." This is especially true when it comes to preparing for a mastectomy. At Bedford Breast Center in Beverly Hills, CA, we …
A breast biopsy is performed to evaluate suspicious breast tissue for the presence of cancer or other abnormalities. While discomfort and pain levels vary by patient, most report only mild to moderate discomfort. The level of pain experienced during a breast biopsy depends on several factors, including the type of biopsy, the patient's pain tolerance, …
With advancements in medical technology and surgical techniques, more breast cancer treatment options are available than ever before. One such option is breast conserving surgery, which removes the cancerous tissue while preserving as much of the breast as possible. This procedure is an option for some breast cancers however, a mastectomy may still be necessary …
We understand that a lumpectomy raises many questions for patients, from "How long does a lumpectomy take?" to "Can I skip radiation after a lumpectomy?" At Bedford Breast Center, our minimally invasive lumpectomy procedures remove cancerous tissue while preserving the appearance and sensation of your breast as much as possible. This blog post will address some …
Many breast surgeons continue to remove the nipples when performing mastectomy—resulting in disfigured breasts and a loss of self-confidence for the patient. The good news is, there is another option available. Learn more about nipple-sparing mastectomy below. What Is Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy? Most breast cancers can be treated without removing the nipples. A nipple-sparing mastectomy is …
