5 Mammogram Myths Every Woman Should Know

Black women have some interesting information to bear in mind when it comes to breast cancer. While they are at a higher risk for the condition and are more likely to develop more progressive types of breast cancer, Black women often aren’t diagnosed as quickly as they should be. That’s why getting a mammogram is important and you shouldn’t let the myths that are out there stop you.  1. The Mammograms Are Too Painful To Manage To get an accurate picture of your breast tissue, the machine will have to compress the breast. It typically sounds and looks more painful than it is. In fact, most people only report a temporary discomfort that they find to be bearable. Of course, everyone’s pain threshold is different so if you’ve never had one, it might help to ask your doctor what you can do to minimize pain during the exam.  2. You Might Get Cancer From The Radiation Level This myth has persisted for some time though there’s no evidence that the radiation from getting a mammogram can increase anyone’s risk of cancer. The truth is that the procedure uses such low radiation levels, it’s in line with receiving an X-ray. Even...