Mammography

Digital mammography for breast health

St. Luke's offers digital mammography, an imaging technology to support breast health. Mammography takes an X-ray of breast tissue. The image is called a mammogram and is used to screen for breast cancer and cysts. Digital mammography is most beneficial for women under age 50, women with dense breasts of any age and women who are pre- and perimenopausal. 3D mammography is also available at St. Luke's Breast Center, St. Luke's Chequamegon Clinic, and Lake View Medical Clinic.

Women are often worried about getting the results of a mammogram. Many times, abnormal findings are not cancerous. St. Luke's is dedicated to providing a diagnosis as quickly as possible, so women can get back to their normal lives.

Breast Health

Breast health throughout a woman's life

Breast health is important throughout all the stages of a woman's life. Knowing what's normal for your breasts throughout your menstrual cycle, during perimenopause and postmenopause, can help women know when to consult their doctor about breast lumps, breast pain or nipple discharge.

Every woman has a medical and family history that helps determine what breast screening schedules are right for her. Talking with your primary care doctor or OB-GYN physician will help determine your schedule for clinical breast exams, mammograms and breast ultrasounds.