What is a Mammogram?
Mammograms are a low-dose x-ray used to detect breast cancer early, sometimes even 3 years before a patient starts showing symptoms.
Mammograms are a simple, life-saving diagnostic. It is proven that early detection is the best protection, which is why at Aylo Health, we follow the American Cancer Society’s recommendation that all women over 40 years of age have a mammogram performed annually.
With screening mammograms now covered by most insurance providers at no cost to you, and our convenient weekday hours and Saturday appointments, we help make it easy to arm yourself with the protection you need.
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Early detection is key for prevention
Annual Mammograms save lives
State-of-the-art Imaging Facilities
Our Aylo Health Imaging facilities house two of the state’s Genius 3D Mammography machines. This technology is proven to detect more invasive breast cancers and decrease inaccurate reports and false alarms of normal results. This means that it often reduces the number of unnecessary biopsies for patients and provides clearer results for radiologists to analyze.
Why get a Mammogram at Aylo?
State-of-the-art Imaging
Each mammogram is completed in the comfort of our state-of-the-art Imaging Centers, so you can rest easy knowing that you will receive the best care and fast results.
Insurance Coverage
Mammograms are now covered by most insurance providers at no cost to you. Please be sure to check with your insurance provider regarding the details of your coverage.
The Importance of Mammograms
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Breast Self-Examination:
- Inspect: Check for usual size, shape, and color. Look for dimpling, bulging, inverted nipples, redness, or rash. Contact your provider if changes are found.
- Raise Arms: Look for the same changes with your arms raised.
- Check for Discharge: Look for any nipple discharge.
- Feel Lying Down: Firmly feel for lumps while lying down.
- Feel Standing/Sitting: Repeat while standing or sitting, preferably in the shower.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I prepare for my Mammogram?
Women should consider scheduling mammography for a date one week after their period begins. A bare torso is required for the test, so wearing comfortable, easy-to-remove clothing is recommended. Avoid applying perfume, deodorant, or lotion before your test.
Do you require prior mammogram images?
For any patient who has not received imaging in our mammography department, we must obtain prior mammogram films. Proper readings cannot be completed without them.
Does Aylo Health perform Diagnostic Mammograms?
Yes, at Aylo Health, we perform both diagnostic and screening mammograms to better serve our patients. Screening mammograms can be performed at all of our imaging facilities, and diagnostic mammograms are only performed at our Stockbridge Imaging facility at this time.
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