MRI or CT: Which is most appropriate for a pregnant woman?
Studies have been done for several years to determine which exam is best for the mother and fetus. From hospital to hospital, the opinions range, so to say that one exam is best in all cases would not be accurate. Because each case is different, the American College of Radiology developed this guideline as a […] Read More >
I have nipple discharge, what do I do?
Transferencia Directa en Espanol(PDF) DEFINITION: Drainage of fluid from a nipple duct or ducts. 3 MAJOR CATEGORIES: Physiologic – normal Pharmacologic – medication induced Pathologic – Caused by disease PHYSIOLOGIC: Changes in hormonal balance may cause discharge. from both breast (bilateral) from multiple duct openings on the nipple milky (cloudy or opaque) or serous (yellowish) […] Read More >
Is there anything that could help my breast pain?
Transferencia Directa en Espanol (PDF) 70% of women experience breast pain throughout their lives. BREAST PAIN IS NOT USUALLY ASSOCIATED WITH CANCER. ONLY 15% OF WOMEN WITH BREAST PAIN REQUIRE TREATMENT. 2 MAJOR CATEGORIES: CYCLICAL NON-CYCLICAL CYCLICAL: This is the normal pain women experience, usually prior to the onset of menstruation, due to hormonal stimulation. Occurs usually […] Read More >
I hear a lot about breast MRI. Who should have one?
These guidelines have been established to assist clinicians in the ordering of breast MRIs. The field of breast MR imaging is rapidly expanding and changing. Therefore, these guidelines are not meant to be all-inclusive, but rather to give a concise overview of the most common reasons to order this exam RECOMMENDED 1. Known Breast Cancer […] Read More >