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Originally Posted by faylowell
I am having anxiety problems about my upcoming mammogram. I am 42 and have never had one. The doctor said a woman is suppose to start getting one at 40. I don't know why I am so nervous. I haven't found a lump or anything, and no one in my family has ever had breast cancer. It is just a routine exam and I am scared. What should I expect? Does it hurt? I would cancel like I have done before, but this time I am part of a study group for Louisiana State University and they are paying for everything and reimbursing me for my gas to go have the test done. I have already filled out the questionnaire that goes with the study. Why am I so nervous? Any replies would be welcomed.
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I am 48 years old and just had my first one last Tuesday. My results came back fine.
My doc started bothering me to get one 4 years ago but I had anxiety about it and put it off till now. No, it does not hurt. It is a bit uncomfortable...kinda pinches a bit LOL.
I just did it all while I was there. I had to. I had a bone density for osteoperosis and a cholesterol screening too. I just got it all done at once. The doc will be shocked, I am sure. Had the pap and all that at the office before I had the other stuff done. Do not know about that stuff yet.
It is not bad, just a bother.