Early Detection And Breast Cancer

It is generally accepted that by the time a cancer is found by
mammography or palpated during a clinical breast exam, the
cancer has been growing for 8-10 years. What if we could have
been alerted to the problem as it was developing, rather than
wait till it is large enough to be seen by the naked eye? Would
that be of interest to you?

There exists a technology that can detect an issue YEARS before
a tumor can be seen on X-ray or palpated during an exam. This
technology has been approved by the FDA as an adjunctive
screening tool since 1982 and offers NO RADIATION, NO
COMPRESSION AND NO PAIN. For women who are refusing to have a
mammogram or those who want clinical correlation for an existing
problem, digital infrared thermal imaging may be of interest.

There are very strict protocols both for testing and
interpreting. Perhaps due to these guidelines, thermography (as
with all digital technology) has exploded in its technique and
capabilities. Thermal cameras detect heat emitted from the body
and display it as a picture on a computer monitor. These images
are unique to the person and remain stable over time. It is
because of these characteristics that thermal imaging is a
valuable and effective screening tool. Tumors or other breast
diseases measures warmer than surrounding tissue and can thereby
alert a physician to a problem before a tumor is actually
palpable.

Medical doctors who interpret the breast scans are board
certified thermologists. Thermography is not limited by breast
density and is ideal for women who have had cosmetic or
reconstructive surgery. Thermography, because it analyzes a
developing process, may identify a problem several years before
mammography. DITI may allow women time and opportunity to
support their immune system, change their lifestyle and give
their body the best chance to alter their fate. 

DITI has an average sensitivity and specificity of 90%. An
abnormal thermogram carries a 10x greater risk for cancer. A
persistently abnormal thermogram carries a 22x greater risk for
cancer. Thermography, as well as mammography is a personal
choice for women. This decision ideally should be made in
collaboration between you and your physician. However,
thermography does not require a physician’s order. Thermographic
screening is not covered by most insurance companies but is
surprisingly affordable for most people. For more information or
to find a certified clinic in your area, go to
www.proactivehealthonline.com.