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Is it safe to have a mammogram during pregnancy?

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zippyswife · 30/08/2015 19:36

I have my referral to the Breast clinic (following a lump) on Tuesday. I'm 17 weeks pregnant now. My gp told me not to have a mammogram and just to have the ultrasound. But I have just looked at nhs website and it seems they do give mammograms to pregnant women. So. What should I do? What is safe? Anyone with any experience of this? Thanks.

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Becca19962014 · 30/08/2015 21:28

You need to ask at the breast clinic. If you are sent for one then also ask the radiographer as well (they may have a different point of view to the clinic). There is a risk, but you need to decide, with proper advice from medical professionals what to do.

Its entirely possible they will do an ultrasound/biopsy and not need to do a mammogram.

I hope your appointment goes well.

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LuluJakey1 · 30/08/2015 22:23

When I went with my mum, she saw the consultant first, then had the tests. I would ask the consultant and the radiographer.

Hope it goes really well. Remember 9 out of 10 are nothing to worry about.

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zippyswife · 30/08/2015 22:23

Thank you. Id prefer to avoid risk if possible. I suppose it depends on what the ultrasound unearths x

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Becca19962014 · 31/08/2015 00:32

I'm sure they, like you, want to avoid any risks as well - it's very unlikely they would ask you to undergo something that would carry a risk to your baby. It's still best to ask. Good luck for Tuesday.

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FadedRed · 31/08/2015 01:04

The need for mammogram in pregnancy will be based on balance of risks iyswim.
If they feel it IS necessary, they should use a lead apron to protect your abdomen.
Try not to worry, easier said than done, I know, but you won't be the first woman they have seen during pregnancy, and there will be a protocol in place to protect you both as far as is possible.
it's such a pity to have this worry during what should be a happy time for you, but as pp's say, most lumps turn out to be ok.

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zippyswife · 31/08/2015 07:52

Thank you all. I would normally have faith and go along with what they say but my gp was adamant that I don't listen to them and tell them I can't have a mammogram. But I suppose they do this everyday so should know what they are doing. X

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choc4ddict · 01/09/2015 07:27

I have been twice to the breast clinic in my early thirties and only had a ultrasound scan. was told that the breast tissue is too dense in younger woman for a mammogram and that a scan only is pretty standard.

good look with your appointment today.

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LuluJakey1 · 01/09/2015 21:19

I have been thinking about you OP and hoping today went well and you had good news.

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zippyswife · 01/09/2015 21:27

Thank you lulu. Today went well. The consultant said it was glandular and told me to go ahead relax and enjoy the pregnancy. Thanks all for your support. X

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