Mammography

What is Mammography used for?

Mammography is used as a screening test for breast cancer. No screening strategy finds every breast cancer. You have a better chance of detecting breast cancer early if you also examine your own breas....

What are the risks of Mammography?

The dose of radiation used in a mammogram is very low, about the same amount as in a dentist's X-ray. This test poses very little risk, and there is no evidence that the small amount of radiation used....

When after Mammography must one follow up?

After your mammogram, you can return to your normal activities. In a few days, either call the facility for your test results or check with your doctor. Even if you are given a preliminary reading on ....

How is Mammography done?

Mammograms almost always are done in an outpatient X-ray facility or in the X-ray department of a hospital.   If you have breast implants, tell the X-ray personnel about them when you arrive for ....