Who Should Consider Lung Cancer Screening?
Who Should Consider Lung Cancer Screening? Lung cancer is often called a “silent disease” because it may not cause symptoms until it has advanced. That’s why screening can be so important for people at increased risk. A low-dose CT (LDCT) scan can detect lung abnormalities early, when treatment options are often most effective. What Is […]
What to Expect with a Brain MRI
Brain MRI: Understanding Your Results and Next Steps Stroke, infection and many other conditions can cause a wide range of symptoms. You may begin acting or thinking differently, or develop problems with speaking, hearing or seeing. To find the source of your problems, your provider may prescribe a brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan. Compared […]
What to Expect with an Abdominal CT Scan
Abdominal CT Scan: A Powerful Diagnostic Tool When something goes wrong inside your abdomen, a quick diagnosis is essential. A physical examination and blood tests can provide answers to some issues, but not all. When you need more information, your provider may order an abdominal Computed Tomography (CT) scan. This noninvasive exam uses X-ray technology […]
What is the Difference Between CT and MRI
CT Scan vs. MRI: What Are the Differences? When symptoms persist and a physical exam and blood tests aren’t enough for a diagnosis, your provider may recommend an imaging scan. Two common choices are magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT) scans. Why does your provider choose one over the other? It’s not a […]
Why Would I Need a Chest CT or MRI Scan
A Dozen Reasons for a Chest CT Scan or MRI A disease or injury that affects your lungs, heart or chest cavity puts your good health in harm’s way. To help uncover the root of your problem, your provider may prescribe a chest computed tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exam. Conditions Diagnosed […]
34. What to Expect Following a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women. The statistics are reassuring when you are asked to return for further evaluation of an abnormal screening mammogram. The statistics are also in your favor when a breast biopsy is recommended. Unfortunately, statistics are just that: statistics. The truth is that although the statistics are reassuring, there is […]
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12. What to Expect After an Abnormal Mammogram Screening
The dreaded phone call…”The radiologist has seen an abnormality on your screening mammogram that requires additional imaging…” Although most women asked to return for additional imaging from a screening mammogram do not ultimately have breast cancer, I understand this is a stressful phone call to receive. The statistics that show the likelihood of being diagnosed […]