How to Prepare for Your Appointment
Preparing for a Mammogram- If you have had mammograms at another facility, try to get your x-rays and bring with you to Capital Breast Care Center. You can usually do this by asking for them and picking them up.
- On the day of the exam, don’t wear deodorant or antiperspirant because they can appear on the x-ray as white spots.
- You may find it more convenient to wear a skirt or pants, so that you’ll need to remove only your blouse for the exam.
- Schedule your mammogram for when your breasts are not tender or swollen to help reduce discomfort and to assure a good picture. Try to avoid the week just before your period.
- Always describe any breast symptoms or problems that you are having to the technologist doing the mammogram.
Capital Breast Care Center staff will follow up with you 10–14 days after you have your mammogram.
Preparing for a Pap Test
For more accurate test results:
- Don't use tampons, birth-control foams, jellies, or other vaginal creams for 2–3 days before the test.
- There is no need to douche, but if you do, don't douche for 2–3 days before the test.
- Do not have sexual intercourse for 2 days before the test.
- Try not to schedule your Pap test during your menstrual period. The best time is at least 5 days after your menstrual period stops.
