Studies show that if you are in your forties or older, having a mammogram every 1 to 2 years could save your life. Talk with your doctor about your chances of getting breast cancer. Your doctor can help you decide when you should start having mammograms and how often you should have them. As you get older, your chances of getting breast cancer get higher. Decide on a plan with your doctor and follow it for the rest of your life.
Mammograms are quick and easy.
You simply stand in front of an x-ray machine. The person who takes the x-rays places your breast between two plastic plates. The plates press your breast and make it flat. This may be uncomfortable for a few seconds, but it helps get a clear picture. You will have x-rays taken of each breast.