Question 1

do men get mammograms? how?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they do: Yes, men get mammogram as well if there is any suspicion on the clinical exam. Mammogram is done on the same exact procedure both in men and women.

Question 2

should men get mammograms regularly?

Accepted Answer

No: Mammograms are not indicated as a screening test for men due to the low incidence of breast cancer (~1:1000). Men at high risk for breast cancer may have mammograms, however.

Question 3

can men get mammograms and if not how do they know they have breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Breast cancer in men is rare, but it happens.  Men over 60 are more likely to get breast cancer.  Because men have less breast tissue, they feel or see a lump. So men should feel their breasts regularly, especially older men. And yes, if there's a lump, men get a mammogram! but not screening mammograms...Only if there's a lump.

Question 4

if he has breasts, can a man get a mammogram?

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Yes: Mammograms may be useful in men who have a strong family history, nipple discharge, and/or prominent breast tissue (gynecomastia).

Question 5

how are mammograms done on men?

Accepted Answer

Same as for women: Men have breast tissue like women, although less of it.  A mammogram is done the same way-- by compressing the breast between two flat plates and taking an X-ray of the breast tissue.

Question 6

do men need a mammogram in cases of male breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

Likely: Physical examination & mammogram with possible breast ultrasound can be helpful in evaluating males for breast cancer. Needle biopsy of a firm breast mass may also be indicated.

Question 7

where can i go to get a mammogram?

Accepted Answer

Any women's center: At woman's center or hospital radiology department.

Question 8

how often should i get a mammogram?

Accepted Answer

Start annually age40: Annual mammography starting at age 40 is recommended by majority.
This is recommendation of the american cancer society, the american college of radiology, the american college of obstetrics and gynecology, as well as many others.
If one has relatives (specially first-degree relatives) with breast cancer in young age, screening should start earlier.

Question 9

at what age can you get a mammogram?

Accepted Answer

Usually 40 years old: Most guidelines indicate annual screening mammogram starting at the age of 40 for the general population. If you are in the higher risk categories (relatives with breast cancer, personal history of certain cancers, carrier of certain genes, etc), then the screening age differs and would be younger than 40.

Question 10

where can i get a painfree mammogram?

Accepted Answer

Usually not pain: Most people do not have pain - they might have discomfort.   Look online for peoples recommendations about a particular mammogram center and choose one based on that or personal recommendations from friends or family.

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