Digital Mammography
Digital mammography is available at our facility. These are special type of Xray unit for evaluating breast lesions for diagnostic and screening purposes.
Digital mammography is available at our facility. These are special type of Xray unit for evaluating breast lesions for diagnostic and screening purposes.
Mammography is the best tool we have to find breast cancers early i.e. before they are palpable. The result of this is a potential cure for the patient and cosmetically-acceptable surgery if required. In general terms, the earlier a cancer is found, the better the outcome.
It’s best to schedule your mammogram about a week after your menstrual period. Your breasts won’t be as tender or swollen, which means less discomfort during the x-ray. Please take your appointment before hand so that we can explain you better.
Wear a 2-piece outfit because you will need to remove your top and bra. Do not apply deodorant, antiperspirant, powder, lotion, or ointment on or around your chest on the day of your mammogram. These products can appear as white spots on the x-ray.
The entire procedure takes about 20 minutes. The breast is compressed between two plastic plates for a few seconds while an x-ray is taken. It’s repositioned (and compressed again) to take another view. This is then done on the other breast. Flattening the breast can be uncomfortable, but is needed to provide a clearer view.