US of mammary glands - on what day?

Diseases of the mammary glands occur in women of all ages. Timely examinations will allow early finding a pathology and preventing an aggravation of the situation. Ultrasound is performed quickly and painlessly, but the doctor receives a large amount of information. Many women have realized the need for the procedure, but they may be concerned about the question on which day of the cycle it is necessary to do an ultrasound of the breast.

Cycle day selection for ultrasound examination

For the purpose of accurate diagnosis it is important to correctly determine the time for the passage of manipulation. The phase of the cycle influences the structural changes in the breast. After the menstrual tissue, the glands become denser, the alveoli are closed, and approximately on the 16th-20th day the breast prepares for the onset of pregnancy. This means that the glands expand, and the alveoli become swollen, so the study conducted in this phase may not be informative. That the doctor could receive the full information on health of mammary glands, experts advise to pass diagnostics for 5-12 day of a cycle.

A doctor can recommend a test at the specified time:

• with gynecological diseases, which are caused by hormonal disorders;
• if palpation revealed seals, even minor ones;
• with chest injuries;
• for monitoring the condition of implants;
• for preventive purposes.

Cycle in some women may differ from the standard (28 days), sometimes it is longer or, conversely, shorter. They should ask questions to the doctor and clarify on which day of the cycle to undergo ultrasound of the breast. The expert will give recommendations taking into account the specific circumstances of the case.

When you can do ultrasound on any day?

There are cases in which a woman should not wonder at what day of the cycle to do an ultrasound of the breast, and go to the medical institution in an emergency:

• the appearance of palpable pain in the mammary glands;
• exuding from the nipples of pus;
• the appearance of redness and swelling on the chest.

Especially do not hesitate, if the symptoms are accompanied by fever, a disturbance of well-being.

Any girl should try to be examined at least once a year, even when she does not worry, after 40 years it is recommended to do mammography. Pregnant, nursing mothers, women in menopause can visit ultrasound, when they need it, at any time. Special preparation, a diet before this procedure is not needed. Results are issued immediately, do not require waiting.