My First Thermographic Experience
I had been a bit nervous all day wondering what my thermogram
procedure would entail. Would I need to undress completely?
Would I be given one of those paper gowns that opens in the
front and barely covers me? Would there be any heat coming out
of the camera? I had been avoiding a mammogram after reading the
latest information about the risks associated with X-ray;
knowing that I was potentially putting myself at greater risk by
not taking charge of my health. It was my massage therapist who
told me about thermography as an adjunctive tool for breast
cancer screening and now I find myself lost in my thoughts as I
am driving to my thermographic appointment.
As I entered the lobby, I noticed that the temperature was cool
and refreshing. The paintings on the wall were bright and
cheerful with many colors that caught my eye. I felt at ease
right away.
I was quickly greeted by the thermographer, Lynda. She guided me
to her office and there I felt all the tension melt away. She
showed me around the office explaining the need for a cool
temperature and allowing me to browse her collection of
literature, leaflets, handouts and brochures. It smelled like my
grandmother