Mammography - For Females Older Than 40 Years

Mammography is a low dose x-ray procedure used to detect breast cancer. In a population of less than 40 years old females this test is used as a screening procedure for early diagnosis. It is also advised for the women having symptoms such as a lump or pain in breasts and its surrounding areas or unusual nipple discharge.

Monthly self evaluation of breasts is also recommended to women for early diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. The whole procedure takes only few minutes. It is advised to avoid perfume, powder, and deodorant on the day of test as it may appear as white patches on X-ray.