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My doctor has recommended that I get a mammogram. What is it?
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A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast. It’s used to detect breast cancer in women who are at high risk for the disease. The test is painless and usually takes about 10 minutes. You will be asked to lie down on a table and have your breasts compressed with special pads. An X-ray machine will then take pictures of your breasts.