I had my biennial digital mammogram done last week. That is, I have it done every 2 years. Cancer Care Ontario notifies me by mail when it is due. A friend had sent me some information about requesting a thyroid guard during the x-ray process. The technician told me they use guards only for children up to 15 years old or perhaps pregnant women, assuring me that the amount of x-rays is very minimal. Then she told me to stop talking during the process.
Within some weeks, my doctor and I usually receive a letter with the results (fingers crossed that all will be well for another 2 years at least). I noticed the past few times that they have stopped offering a free nursing consultation where I used to receive extra tips on breast examination and other useful information. It is likely due to necessary government cutbacks.
Within some weeks, my doctor and I usually receive a letter with the results (fingers crossed that all will be well for another 2 years at least). I noticed the past few times that they have stopped offering a free nursing consultation where I used to receive extra tips on breast examination and other useful information. It is likely due to necessary government cutbacks.
