**breast mammography** One of the best ways to diagnose breast cancer is mammography. Mammography is recognized as one of the best weapons of doctors in diagnosing breast cancer. In this article, we will explain the following: - Does mammography hurt? - At what age is mammography done? - What people are exposed to breast cancer? - Does mammography hurt? ### **Why is breast screening important?** According to research conducted in the United States, one out of every eight women is diagnosed with breast cancer. Regular breast screening can help detect this disease in time. Cancer is more treatable in the early stages. In addition to breast cancer, screening can also detect other problems such as benign masses. ### **Who are most exposed to breast cancer?** As mentioned, the incidence of breast cancer among women is very high. Some factors also play an important role in breast cancer. including: - Family history of breast cancer - History of breast cancer - Premature menopause - and... ### **Symptoms of breast cancer** - Severe pain in the breast - Breast itching - Sudden change in breast shape - Creating a depression in the nipple - Sourness in the breast - Swelling in the breast or armpit ### **What is mammography** Mammography is an X-ray image of the breast that can be used to check for breast cancer in women who have no symptoms or are suspected of having breast cancer. In the screening machine, mammography is performed without you having any symptoms during the times specified by the doctor. This screening can help reduce the number of deaths caused by breast cancer in women aged 40 to 70. Mammogram is also a suitable option for younger women who have symptoms of breast cancer or are at risk of contracting this disease. ### **Why is breast mammography performed?** Mammography is done for two reasons: - As a screening test for breast cancer in women who do not have symptoms. - As a diagnostic test to check the mass or other symptoms that the patient or the doctor found during the examination. ### **Preparation before breast mammography?** Special preparation for mammography is not enough, you should only not use body lotion, perfume, spray, etc. on the day of the examination and be sure to take a bath on the day of the mammography. ### **Does mammography of the breast cause pain?** Due to the pressure on the chest, a little pain may be felt in this area. But this pain is not to the extent that painkillers are prescribed for the patient. ### **When should I start mammography?** Those who have a family history of breast cancer in their relatives should go to a good ultrasound center for mammography after the age of 30. Other people after the age of 40, it is better to do mammography every year for the necessary examinations of their breasts. Pre-menopausal women should do this examination one week after their menstrual period, because the breast is less sensitive during this period. **Dr. Saif's ultrasound center is one of the best ultrasound centers in Tehran. In order to receive advice and ask questions in this field, you can call 88553155-88553310.**