Breast Ultrasound
Breast diseases are often detected at a late stage, which significantly complicates treatment and generally worsens the prognosis. Meanwhile, there is a proven diagnostic method – ultrasound.
It is based on the speed of wave reflection, which varies depending on the tissue density of the organ being examined. The sensor sends signals that penetrate the skin, a small portion of which dissipates, while the majority of the signals return and are recorded by the device, displaying an image on the screen.
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On what day of the cycle is a mammary gland ultrasound performed?
The most informative period for diagnosis is days 5-12 of the menstrual cycle. During this period, hormone production is moderate, and there is no significant swelling or tissue sensitivity, allowing the doctor to accurately assess the breast structure and notice even minor changes.
If the cycle is irregular, the diagnosis is recommended 5-7 days after the end of menstruation. If you have not had a period or are menopausal, the examination can be scheduled on any convenient day, but only after consultation with your doctor.
If you are unsure about the timing of the procedure, it is best to consult a specialist in advance.
Ultrasound of mammary glands with implants
A breast ultrasound can be performed even if you have implants. This modern diagnostic method does not affect the implant material or disrupt its structure. The doctor conducts the examination with the patient in mind, choosing the optimal scanning mode and angle to clearly visualize both the breast tissue and the area around the implant.
Ultrasound can help identify possible inflammation, capsular contracture, implant displacement or rupture, and other changes in the breast. The examination is quick, comfortable, and painless. It can be performed regularly to monitor the condition of breasts with implants.
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Symptoms indicating the need for examination
The following alarming manifestations may serve as signs of breast disease and, therefore, an indication for an ultrasound:
- Pain, swelling, and redness
- Bloody, purulent, serous, or mixed discharge from the breast
- The presence of tumors, both visible and palpable
- Change in breast contour
- Swelling, hardening of the glands
- Enlarged axillary lymph nodes
- Recent chest trauma in the mammary glands
- Swelling, increase in breast size in girls before puberty, as well as in men or boys at any age
For early detection of diseases, and Ultrasound examinations are also routinely performed to assess the condition of the mammary glands in the absence of complaints. The frequency of such examinations is as follows: every three years for women under 39, and annually for women 40 and older.
In addition, preventative ultrasound examinations are indicated in the following cases:
- Planning a pregnancy
- Breast surgery, including plastic surgery
- Need to clarify breast X-ray data
- Take hormonal contraceptives
- Evaluation of ongoing treatment
You can have an ultrasound at K+31. Friendly medical staff, comfortable conditions, and no lines will make this visit not only useful but also enjoyable.
Prices for breast ultrasound
The cost of a breast ultrasound at the K+31 Medical Center in Moscow is affordable for most patients. Prices start at 7,310 rubles, depending on the scope of the examination and the specialist's expertise.
The examination is performed using modern equipment, in comfortable conditions, and with results interpreted by an experienced physician.
You can schedule an ultrasound by phone or through the online form on the clinic's website. We offer convenient appointment times, affordable prices, and attentive service to every patient.
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What is a mammary gland ultrasound?
Mammary ultrasound is a safe, modern diagnostic method used for a highly accurate assessment of breast tissue. It can detect cysts of various sizes, any type of neoplasm, inflammation, or changes that cannot be detected by visual examination or palpation.
Ultrasound is suitable for women of all ages. It is prescribed as a routine examination for patients under 40, whose breast tissue is still quite dense and mammography may be inaccurate. The examination takes an average of 15-20 minutes and requires no special preparation.
Ultrasound diagnostics are painless and radiation-free, so the examination can be performed without restrictions.
Advantages of ultrasound over other examination methods:
A relative contraindication for ultrasound is the presence of recent lesions or injuries to the mammary glands in the area touched by the transducer.
The optimal time for the examination is the first week of the menstrual cycle. For women who have entered menopause, and also if necessary, an ultrasound scan can be performed on any day of the cycle.