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A member asked:
With the new 3d mammograms, how much radiation will a woman get with an annual mammogram from age 40-70?is this concerning as far as radiation exposure and is this going to induce cancers down the road given the double dose of 3d compared to 2d?
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Yes: The 3D mammograms are associated with more radiation. This link will lead you to some sources to look into this more https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/02/19/tomosynthesis-mammography.aspx
Answered 11/12/2019
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