Tag: health screenings
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Adventures in Mammograms: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Get Pregnant Fast I still remember the first time my doctor casually mentioned the need for a mammogram. “You’re just naturally lumpy,” she said with a shrug. “Let’s book you in for a mammogram to establish a baseline. That way, we can track which lumps are benign and which might need attention.” Naturally lumpy? Great.…
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5 Practical Tips for Navigating Your First Mammogram
Get Pregnant Fast Before I had my first mammogram, I heard plenty of horror stories from well-meaning friends. One claimed it felt like “slamming your breast in a door,” while another said it was the “most painful experience” since childbirth. I was prepared for a traumatic ordeal, but the truth is, it’s really not that…