Let’s Talk about Breast Pain
There are times at which breast pain can feel like a normal occurrence. For example, many women experience breast soreness and tenderness at a certain point in their menstrual cycle. When breast pain is not part of the cycle or it changes in some way, its occurrence can feel frightening. Many women feel immense anxiety […]
Read More +In Case You Were Wondering, Here is the Case for Getting Your Mammogram
Statistics indicate that one in eight American women will develop breast cancer. This type of cancer is second only to lung cancer in terms of death in women. Even with these numbers, many women question whether or not they should get their mammogram. Here, we discuss why the answer to that question is a resounding […]
Read More +Different Breast Screenings Women Should Know About
At PURE Mammography, we offer 3D breast mammography as well as ultrasound imaging for breasts and other areas of the body. Our objective has always been to make mammography as comfortable as possible so more women can experience the value of this type of imaging. In addition to mammograms and ultrasounds, women should know about […]
Read More +How Breast Density May Determine Your Best Breast Exam
Women may feel as though they are constantly hearing about the importance of regular mammograms. This standard of care is recommended for all women of a certain age or who have pre-existing risk factors for breast cancer. Regardless of the stressed importance, many women tend to procrastinate when it comes time to schedule their breast […]
Read More +The Truth About Breast Health and Current Statistics
With several initiatives in play to keep us aware of the risks of breast cancer, women can feel inundated with scary statistics. “One in eight” is a common phrase that comes to mind. If you are a woman with a circle of eight or more women in your life, it is difficult not to let […]
Read More +The COVID-19 Vaccine and Your Mammogram: You Need Both. Here’s How to Schedule!
It didn’t take long after women started getting their COVID-19 vaccinations for doctors to recognize a particular side effect: swollen lymph nodes. This discovery was made when doctors began seeing a sharp increase in this symptom seen on mammogram images. So far, it has been linked to the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA COVID-19 vaccines. With […]
Read More +Why Am I Having Breast Pain?
Breast pain is a common complaint of women of all ages. Still, the experience can create increased levels of anxiety. Women worry that pain indicates a problem like breast cancer. Nearly every instance of breast pain is related to a completely benign cause. While this may bring a sigh of relief, women with recurring or […]
Read More +Breast Cysts: Should I Worry?
Any type of lump or mass felt in a breast can be alarming. Here, we discuss what you should know about breast cysts. A breast cyst is a benign condition that involves the development of one or more fluid-filled sacs in the breast tissue. This is a very common condition, particularly for women transitioning through […]
Read More +When Can I Stop Getting Mammograms?
If your annual mammogram is not something that you look forward to, you’re not alone. Most women, especially those who have had mammograms using older technology, dread this necessary test. They have found them to be stressful, uncomfortable, and generally inconvenient. As a result, many women ask when they can stop getting this screening. We’ll […]
Read More +What to Know About Dense Breasts and Your Mammograms
If you see a note at the bottom of your mammogram report that indicates higher-than-normal breast density, you may feel concerned. Many women do when they receive such news. High breast density is associated with an increased risk for breast cancer. So, what is a woman to do? We’ll discuss that here. What is Breast […]
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