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Mammography is the process of using low-energy X-rays to examine the human breast for diagnosis and screening. The goal of mammography is the early detection of breast cancer, typically through detection of characteristic masses or microcalcifications.

", "Brief":"Mammograms are used as a screening tool to detect early breast cancer in women experiencing no symptoms. They can also be used to detect and diagnose breast disease in women experiencing symptoms such as a lump, pain, skin dimpling or nipple discharge.", "Timing":"

Average scan time from 10 to 20 minutes

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• Do not schedule your mammogram for the week before your period if your breasts are usually tender during this time.
• The best time for a mammogram is one week following your period.
• Always inform your doctor or x-ray technologist if there is any possibility that you are pregnant.
• Do not wear deodorant, talcum powder or lotion under your arms or on your breasts on the day of the exam.
• Describe any breast symptoms or problems to the technologist performing the exam.
• If possible, obtain prior mammograms and make them available to the radiologist at the time of the current exam

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