Ultrasound of the mammary glands
What you need to know about breast ultrasound
Breast ultrasound is an ultrasound examination method that allows you to assess the structure of tissues and see the presence of cysts and neoplasms.
The method is also used for preventive examination of the mammary glands, to clarify the diagnosis obtained using mammography, and to control the taking of a puncture from suspicious formations for more detailed diagnosis.
Indications for breast ultrasound
- Breast tenderness
- Changes in the shape, size, contours, and condition of the breast skin
- Enlargement of axillary, supraclavicular, and subclavian lymph nodes
- Nipple pain and discharge
- Pregnancy planning
- Pregnancy and lactation
- Diagnosis of cysts, tumors and other neoplasms
- Assessment of the condition of the breast after injury or inflammation
- Checking silicone implants after surgery
- Monitoring the effectiveness of treatment of dyshormonal diseases
To diagnose pathological changes in the mammary glands in a timely manner, it is recommended to undergo an examination every year, and after 50 years - twice a year.
Breast ultrasound is safe, painless, and takes approximately 30 minutes.
How to prepare for a breast ultrasound
There is no special preparation for breast ultrasound, but in order to increase the accuracy of the results, it is necessary to conduct the examination on a certain day of the menstrual cycle. It is advisable to choose the first half of the cycle (day 5-10). If a woman takes hormonal contraceptives or is in menopause, the time of ultrasound does not matter. It is recommended to consult a mammologist beforehand.
Prices for the procedure
| Price of breast ultrasound | 350 UAH |
Where can you register in Kharkiv:
St. Hryhoriya Skovorody, 31
5 Petro Grihorenko Ave
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