Breast Sonogram (Ultrasound)

(Ultrasound, or sonogram, of breast to examine a lump)

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A breast sonogram, or ultrasound, uses sound waves (not radiation) to form a picture of breast tissue. The resulting picture is called an ultrasound, sonogram or echogram.

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Breast Sonogram/Ultrasound Preparation:
“Try not to have stress: This is an easy, painless procedure.”

During a Breast Sonogram/Ultrasound:
“Do not hesitate to ask the doctor or healthcare provider any questions, and keep asking a question — in different ways — until you understand the answer.”

 

Patient Stories

Breast Sonogram (Ultrasound)

A lump was found on my right breast during my first mammogram at age 40. The doctor wanted to do a sonogram to confirm the findings. They lead me to a small room with sonogram equipment. The doctor was very solicitous of my panicky state. Read More

Julia, female, 39, New York

Breast Sonogram (Ultrasound)

I had this procedure as part of a baseline screening with a mammogram for breast cancer. Read More

Miriam, female, 36, New York

 
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