Mammogram

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Registered: 10-07-2007
Mammogram
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Wed, 07-30-2008 - 4:52pm
The last time I went to have my yearly gyno. exam, the doctor scheduled me for my first mammogram.  My Mom, over the years has told me all her horror/pain stories.  I did not tell my Mom that I was going, but DH told her.  She proceeded to make negative comments.  I don't really want to talk with her about it because I feel she should be supportive not trying to terrify me over a procedure I need to have done.  My Mammogram is Monday.  Should I take some Advil before I go?  What are your suggestions? TIA 

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Registered: 11-23-2004
In reply to: diana3271
Tue, 08-05-2008 - 11:08am
I am so glad that things went well!


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Registered: 10-07-2007
In reply to: diana3271
Tue, 08-05-2008 - 1:36pm

It's unfortunate that your mom had such an awful experience and she felt the need to pass that on to you.

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Registered: 11-23-2004
In reply to: diana3271
Wed, 08-06-2008 - 10:36am

  • I would much rather be supportive of a person than instilling fear all the time.


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Registered: 10-07-2007
In reply to: diana3271
Wed, 08-06-2008 - 1:24pm
I will also post back about the results or any follow-up procedures.
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Registered: 10-07-2007
In reply to: diana3271
Wed, 08-13-2008 - 9:05pm
UPDATE ON MY MAMMOGRAM:
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Registered: 08-18-2007
In reply to: diana3271
Wed, 08-13-2008 - 11:38pm
Yea! Congrats on being NORMAL!!! lol
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Registered: 11-23-2004
In reply to: diana3271
Fri, 08-22-2008 - 12:17pm
Normal is AWESOME!!!!


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