FAQ
- How often should I have a Mammogram?
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The American college of radiology recommends that women should have a baseline mammogram between ages 35 and 40.then they should have a baseline mammogram between ages 35 and 40, then they should have one every year until age 75. The younger a woman is, the faster a cancer can grow. There for if a woman have a mammogram annually, cancer can usually be detected in its early stages.
- Can people with really small breasts have Mammograms?
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Yes. In fact, mammography is not limited to just females. Men also get lumps and breast cancer, although it is rare.
- Why do I need to have a full bladder on pelvic ultrasound?
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Sound waves move more easily through liquids than through surrounding tissues and air. Consequently, a full bladder facilitates passage of sound waves through it, making the uterus and ovaries behind the bladder easier to see.
- Why can’t I eat or drink anything before my abdomen ultrasound exam?
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When you eat, drink, or even chew gum, you introduce air into stomach and bowel. Sound waves do not penetrate air, making it harder to see target organs.
- If there are ulcers in my stomach, can you see them?
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No, due to the gas (air) in the stomach and bowel, it’s hard to see these areas with ultrasound.
- Can ultrasound be harmful to my baby?
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To date, no proven ill effects have been reported or seen during regular ultrasound exams on pregnant women.
- Are barium sulphate studies painful?
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No, but the volume of the barium can distend your abdomen and create a tight or cramping sensation. Conducts procedures rapidly so that patients can evaluate the barium as quickly as possible to eliminate the discomfort.
