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What is the difference between a mammography screening examination and a diagnostic mammogram?

April 26, 2017diagnostic mammogram mammography screening

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What is the difference between a mammography screening examination and a diagnostic mammogram?

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A screening is an annual examination that is a check -up when a patient is not having any problems. A diagnostic mammogram, however, is usually ordered and performed when a patient has a lump, diagnosed with breast cancer within 5 years, is having pain or nipple discharge, etc.

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A screening is an annual examination that is a check-up when a patient is not having any problems. A diagnostic mammogram, however, is usually ordered and performed when a patient has a lump, diagnosed with breast cancer, is having pain or nipple discharge, etc.