Question

A 40-year-old woman with average risk asks about starting mammography. She is hesitant about radiation. Best counseling?

Accepted Answer

Biennial mammography starting at 40 reduces mortality; radiation dose is low

Answer

Start at 50 instead

Answer

MRI is safer and preferred

Answer

Ultrasound screening only

Answer

Skip screening if no symptoms

Practice question

A 40-year-old woman with average risk asks about starting mammography. She is hesitant about radiation. Best counseling?