Had first routine mammogram at age 51. Calcifications found which were benign. Three months later DCIS was discovered. Had a second operation, and breast cancer was discovered. Had a third operation, radiotherapy and tamoxifen.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 50-59 >> Interview 29 >> She suggests that radiographers should give more care and explanation to women having their first mammogram.

First routine mammogram 1999. Recalled but told mammogram was clear. January 2000, malignant lump discovered. Treated for breast cancer. In 2002, told cancer had been present since 1999 mammogram but had not been picked up.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 50-59 >> Interview 09 >> She would have liked more information about the breast x-rays and receiving the results.

Discovered a lump at age 28, which was benign and surgically removed. Missed some breast screening appointments but attended for a routine mammogram at age 53. Results were normal.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Miriam - Interview 47 >> Miriam felt very comfortable waiting to have a mammogram with all the other women 'going through the same thing together'. She also praised the radiog

Miriam always attends for screening and one mammogram detected a cyst, which was aspirated. She is pleased all staff in screening units are women.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Interview 04 >> An interpreter arranges her mammograms for her and explains the procedure to her. (Translated from Cantonese)

Has attended for routine breast screening since age 50. Results have been normal. (Interview translated from Cantonese.)

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 50-59 >> Interview 06 >> She compares her experiences of private and NHS mammograms.

Has had screening mammograms in the private sector since age 40. Is now also attending for routine mammograms on the NHS. Results have been normal.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 40-49 >> Interview 35 >> She discusses some of the differences between standard film and digital mammograms.

Had first mammogram in USA at age 39. Was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer and DCIS, and had treatment. Has annual mammograms in USA.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 50-59 >> Interview 32 >> She'd heard breast screening was painful but still attended.

Had first routine mammogram at age 50. Was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Had treatment for breast cancer.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Interview 11 >> She explains that going for mammograms is a routine and does not bother her.

Has attended for routine breast screening since age 50. Results have been normal.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 50-59 >> Delfina - Interview 44 >> Delfina felt that the mobile unit she goes to is a bit small.

Delfina has always attended for routine mammograms and had normal results. She would like more information about HRT and breast care.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Interview 01 >> She felt nervous before going for her first mammogram.

Has attended for routine breast screening since around age 50. Results have been normal.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Interview 22 >> Although she knew what to expect, she still felt nervous before her first mammogram.

Has attended for routine breast screening since age 50. Was recalled once because calcium deposits were found on mammogram. Results were normal then and in subsequent mammograms.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Susan - Interview 46 >> Susan had her last mammogram in a hospital unit instead of in a mobile van. She felt that the mobile unit was a bit small in comparison but more conve

Susan has always attended for routine mammograms and had normal results. She is happy with the screening service and grateful to be invited every three years.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Interview 11 >> She feels comfortable going for mammograms.

Has attended for routine breast screening since age 50. Results have been normal.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 50-59 >> Interview 40 >> She finds the mammogram uncomfortable, but quick.

Attended for first routine mammogram at age 50. Was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer and had treatment.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 50-59 >> Interview 13 >> She wondered if having larger breasts would make mammograms more painful.

Had benign lump around age 42, which was surgically removed. Attends for routine breast screening. Results have been normal.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Susan - Interview 46 >> Susan said the receptionist's manner was off-putting but the radiologist was warm, welcoming and very good.

Susan has always attended for routine mammograms and had normal results. She is happy with the screening service and grateful to be invited every three years.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Interview 03 >> She had painful breasts a few days after a mammogram. (Translated from Cantonese)

Usually attends for routine breast screening, though has missed 2 appointments in the past. Results have been normal. (Interview translated from Cantonese.)

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Interview 11 >> Some mammograms hurt more than others and this depended on her menstrual cycle.

Has attended for routine breast screening since age 50. Results have been normal.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Miriam - Interview 47 >> Miriam says it's important women should know beforehand that all staff at breast screening units are female and felt this would encourage more women t

Miriam always attends for screening and one mammogram detected a cyst, which was aspirated. She is pleased all staff in screening units are women.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 50-59 >> Interview 13 >> Smear tests bother her more than mammograms.

Had benign lump around age 42, which was surgically removed. Attends for routine breast screening. Results have been normal.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Shirin - Interview 41 >> Whenever going for a mammogram, Shirin makes sure she wears a top that's comfortable and easy to take off.

Shirin has always attended for screening and had normal results. She feels anxious before having a mammogram and whilst waiting for the results.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 50-59 >> Delfina - Interview 44 >> Delfina would like more information about breast care while waiting to have her mammogram.

Delfina has always attended for routine mammograms and had normal results. She would like more information about HRT and breast care.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Patricia - Interview 43 >> At one of her appointments, Patricia asked the radiographer about the radiation risks with mammograms and was reassured to hear that there was no need

Patricia had bleeding from her nipple, which was harmless, and a cyst. She always attends for screening and wants to continue after age seventy.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Shirin - Interview 41 >> Shirin finds the breast screening unit cosy and homely, but has wondered about mammograms and whether the breasts could get damaged when they are comp

Shirin has always attended for screening and had normal results. She feels anxious before having a mammogram and whilst waiting for the results.

Cancer >> Breast Screening >> Age 60-69 >> Patricia - Interview 43 >> Patricia said the mobile units she's been to are smaller than the hospital units. The atmosphere is usually calm but her last visit took longer than u

Patricia had bleeding from her nipple, which was harmless, and a cyst. She always attends for screening and wants to continue after age seventy.

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