In this solo episode, Michele Lamoureux shares her experience with getting a breast MRI and what role having extreme dense breasts have in screenings. Michele also shares how her estrogen patch wasn’t giving her any estrogen and how she worked with her doctor to find a way to make sure she was absorbing the estrogen. Please share this solocast with a friend.
KEY TOPICS:
- Why Health Information From Podcasts and Social Media Isn’t Medical Advice (00:07)
- Michele’s Estrogen Patch Experience and Working With Her Doctor (02:45)
- Dense Breasts, Mammograms, and Additional Screening (05:50)
- Why Michele Chose to Get a Breast MRI (07:25)
- What to Expect During the MRI, Including Contrast and Claustrophobia (09:30)
- Managing the Scan With Music and Breathing Techniques (11:45)
- Contrast Dye, Kidney Function, and Questions About Repeated MRIs (13:46)
- Breast Density Awareness, Early Detection, and Partnering With Your Doctor (15:15)
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