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1.4.2021

Can I have a mammogram when I have my period?

The best time to have a mammogram is right after menstruation ends.


Breast compression during the mammogram is a necessary requirement for a better quality examination.
During the premenstrual period or during menstruation many women experience some degree of pain or discomfort in the breasts.

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