Question 1

How is a breast ultrasound done?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound operator places some aqueous jelly on the breast ; then scans using ultrasound probe, about size of a cany bar. Probe is moved back ; forth whilst operator watches a video screen. Jelly is wiped off at end of study. Operator is either a dr/radiologist, dr/gynecologist (if trained) or an ultrasound technician ; study is reviewed by a dr.

Question 2

Does a breast ultrasound have any risks?

Accepted Answer

Relying on very high frequency sound waves to penetrate and reflect from the tissues in the body, ultrasound is considered essentially safe. However, as with all things, there is wisdom in moderation.

Question 3

How long does a breast ultrasound take to do?

Accepted Answer

A breast ultrasound usually only takes between 20-40 minutes, but is somewhat operator dependent.  An experienced ultrasonographer can be fairly rapid.  However it is more important for them to be thorough and experienced rather than quick.

Question 4

What is the general cost of breast ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, this is difficult to answer. Costs vary based on city, site/location, practice. Best way to figure that out is either call your insurance agent, or if no insurance- call around and find out who might be the best choice for you. Talk to your physician; at times, they may have information to help you here.

Question 5

Bilateral breast ultrasound. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

an ultrasound of both breasts.

Question 6

Help please! when should i get my first breast ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

We don't routinely do breast ultrasounds, like we might do with screening mri.  Ultrasound is really only helpful if you feel something in the breast, or mammogram shows a new abnormality.   Otherwise, they are just not routinely done.

Question 7

What happens if your breast ultrasound comes back abnormal?

Accepted Answer

That depends on what the ultrasound abnormality is. Typically a breast sonogram is performed to add information to abnormal mammogram findings in order to help the radiologist determine whether the findings are attributed to a BENIGN process (come back in 1 year), PROBABLY BENIGN (come back in 6 months) or SUSPICIOUS (biopsy).

Question 8

What is the definition or description of: breast ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound exam of breast is defined as sound pictures of the breasts
it uses sound waves to make a picture of the tissue inside your breast.It shows all areas of breast and is often used to for breast lumps to see if filled with fluid(cysts)or solid
 it does not use any radiation or xrays.

Question 9

What does a normal breast ultrasound look like in a healthy person?

Accepted Answer

A normal breast ultrasound should show no abnormal architecture of the breast tissue, no solid or cystic masses, no cluster of calcifications (which are generally a marker for underlying cancer), or localized signs of tissue swelling.

Question 10

When should i get my first breast ultrasound? what age is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Diagnostic ultrasound (US) is performed to evaluate a specific breast symptom (e.g., lump) and may be performed at any age.  Screening US is performed to detect cancer in women with no breast symptoms, and should be performed in combination with annual mammograms (MG) beginning at age 40. MG still remains very important for detection of some small breast cancers that can easily be missed by US.

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How is a breast ultrasound done?

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Does a breast ultrasound have any risks?

How long does a breast ultrasound take to do?

What is the general cost of breast ultrasound?

Bilateral breast ultrasound. what does this mean?

Help please! when should i get my first breast ultrasound?

What happens if your breast ultrasound comes back abnormal?

What is the definition or description of: breast ultrasound?

What does a normal breast ultrasound look like in a healthy person?

When should i get my first breast ultrasound? what age is appropriate?

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