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2023-08-03 11:44:59
Hi doctor.My mother is 63 years old.As a general checkup our doctor suggested my mom to take mammogram as sometime she has pain in chest in a rare case. Is mammogram has any side-effects? Is that compulsory to take?Is that safe
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Mammography doesn't have any side effects but you may consult with your Doctor whether Mammography or Sonomammography should be done for her. 

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. 

Answered2023-08-03 12:26:27

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Can take a gynaecologists opinion first.

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Connect please

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According to your query you want to know about the side effects of mammogram.
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Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment.
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Please follow good life style as take plenty of fluid and take less spicy and fatty foods and take protein containing food and do breathing exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life.

Answered2023-08-03 11:56:45

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Radiation exposure will be there its minimal

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Plz consult with all ur reports

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Need few more details Kindly consult

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Need to know more detailed history and clinical examination for further evaluation and management Kindly consult 😊🙏

Answered2023-08-03 23:03:43

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No side effect

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no prblm the radiation will be less

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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