Mammograms are the globally recommended standard in breast cancer screening for women aged 40 and above. However, many women avoid talking about, or going for regular breast screening because of several concerns:
- I’ve heard from family/friends that mammograms are painful and uncomfortable
- There is no radiation exposure for mammograms, which is dangerous and can cause cancer
- My previous mammograms have resulted in false positive results, so I do not want to deal with the hassle and anxiety
- I feel healthy so I do not need any screening – I already do my own breast self-examination regularly
In this educational video, Dr Sonia Lee, Consultant Radiologist from Luma Women’s Imaging Centre addresses these concerns, and more. By walking you through the process of what to expect during a mammogram, Dr Lee will address your concerns, alleviate fear and provide reassurance and information on breast screening and assessment. Please be mindful that while some breast conditions may be asymptomatic, most abnormal breast conditions are not cancerous.
The team at Solis Breast Care & Surgery Centre and Luma Women’s Imaging Centre believe in the importance of breast health education. By equipping you with the knowledge, we want to encourage women to make breast screening a priority.
Share this video with your loved ones too – sharing is caring! The content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.
Video reviewed by Dr Sonia Lee, Consultant Radiologist from Luma Women’s Imaging Centre
