Mammogram
X-ray screening of breast tissue to detect cancer early.
A mammogram is an X-ray screening of breast tissue used to detect cancer before it is palpable. The recommended starting age varies by guideline and individual risk, generally between 40 and 50, so follow the local recommendation. Teach clients to avoid deodorant, lotion, or powder on the day of the exam because these can appear as calcifications and obscure the image.
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