You are scheduled for an ultrasound appointment… What should you expect? First of all, what is an Ultrasound? An ultrasound, also known as a sonogram, is a non-invasive imaging method that bounces high-frequency sound waves off parts of the body and captures the returning “echoes” as images. There is no injection or radiation exposure associated […]
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It is no secret that breast cancer affects the lives of thousands each year, making prevention and early detection more important than ever. While most women understand the importance of annual mammograms, there is another simple step each woman should take to help with early detection: breast self-exams. What is a Breast Self-Exam? To start, it’s
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Did you know that something as simple as a cough or bending over can cause bone fractures in people suffering from osteoporosis? May has been designated National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month in an effort to educate men and women of their risk level and steps they can take to prevent an osteoporosis diagnosis. What
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If you are a woman over the age of 40, you may have heard of 3D mammography or breast tomosynthesis. You may have wondered what this new form of mammography is, how it is different from regular mammograms, and if you should make the switch for your annual mammogram. What is a 3D Mammogram? 3D
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It’s probably not news to you that Breast Cancer Awareness month is observed during the month of October. Many organizations have worked together to make Breast Cancer Awareness Month a cause that is widely known and participated in . If you are a woman over the age of 40, you are most likely receiving annual mammograms
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Your healthcare provider has just ordered a Chest X-Ray, Mammogram, or CT Scan for you and you are anxious as this is your first time. If you’re like most people, you don’t want any surprises when it comes to your medical care. So, what should you expect before, during and after your imaging appointment? Before Your Appointment The day
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Maybe you are experiencing headaches, chest or abdominal pain, have been diagnosed with COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) or are being checked for vascular disease. A CT (Computed tomography) scan has been requested by your doctor so that he or she can see a clear picture of your soft tissue, bones and blood vessels without surgery. Knowing
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You may know that a Radiologist is a doctor who specializes in interpreting medical imaging exams and provides results to the referring doctor, but who are the radiologists at Clermont Radiology? There are several board certified, specialty trained radiologists at Clermont Radiology who may review your images and Dr. Shahir Aiad is one of them. Dr. Aiad
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It’s perfectly normal to feel a sense of anxiety about having an MRI, especially if you’ve never had one before and get claustrophobic in tight spaces. Knowing your options and what to expect may help alleviate some of your anxiety. The Good News! – Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is painless – It allows your physician
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How much radiation am I being exposed to? Isn’t radiation cancer causing? Are these exams safe? You may be asking these questions when a medical professional refers you to Clermont Radiology for diagnostic imaging. Did you know… radiation is not a part of all medical imaging? For instance, MRI and Ultrasound exams do not use
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