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Why would a mammogram tech ask if you have gained weight since your last mammogram?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Aasim Sehbai answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Weight: The breasts may have appeared more denser compared to previous mammogram.

Answered 11/27/2012

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Weight gain: Possibly your mammogram changed in appearance, or technical factors changed, and tech asked about weight gain to account for the change.

Answered 7/13/2014

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