Mammogram screening

[Racheyroo1974]

I have my 1st mammogram screening tomorrow and im so nervous theybwull find something.. Any sdvice please

Not screening, but I’ve had 2 mammograms after being referred twice to the breast clinic for lumps (both turned out to be cysts)
IIRC, the nurse said that 1 in 10 mammograms get recalled and the majority of these don’t turn out to be malignant, so that’s a very small percentage.

it sounds like you’re more scared of the result than the actual procedure? But just in case, the procedure is a doddle. Mine were uncomfortable at worst. The staff were absolutely lovely, so please do share your fears with them and they’ll talk you through what to expect and when you might get the results. And do reach out to people in real life for support ❤️

It is quite common to be recalled after your first mammogram for additional checks or even a biopsy. Try not to get ahead of yourself if you do get recalled, they are super cautious and more often than not it turns out to be nothing.

I was recalled and had to have a biopsy too, everything was fine, and know it is much easier said than done when I say try not to worry.

I’ve had several screenings. Only one, when my breasts were very tender right before my period, was uncomfortable and even that wasn’t too bad. It was not painful.

I have dense breasts, making the images harder to read, and was recalled once. Everyone at the breast clinic was absolutely lovely - they know women who have been recalled are terrified. (I was quickly cleared, as most who are recalled are. But it is worth keeping in mind that early breast cancers have high cure rates.)

The reason there are relatively high recall rates after the first mammogram is that there are no previous images for comparison. All breasts have quirks and as long as they are known to be harmless and stable they are fine. Sometimes they must be checked out initially.

Thank you for your replies ladies

How did it go @Racheyroo1974? I had one this afternoon, not my first. I’ve got no reason to be concerned but I did feel a bit anxious nonetheless. It was incredibly smooth and quick in and out in 6 minutes! I always find I’m not very good at listening to what they say when they try to position you, but she was lovely and patient. I’ve always had a good experience.

Hey there! So kind of you to check in Mammogram went ok it didnt feel too painful either .. Just didnt look down!! Radiographer was fab she did say 1 in 6 woman will have a recall after first mammogram but Ive calmed myself as i know its now out of my hands.x Hope youre ok

Thank you soooo much

I was recalled after my first mammogram as was my friend. I got the letter within a week.I had a repeat mammogram, a scan & an examination by the nurse & doctor. I was fine it's just they have nothing to compare to if it's your first & they find something which appears unclear. My friend was fine too. Hope all goes well for you..I know how anxious the wait can make you.💐