PRE-THERMOGRAPHY INSTRUCTIONS

For greater accuracy prior to your thermography appointment...

7 DAYS PRIOR-

No tanning or sunburn on the breast region

36 HOURS PRIOR-

No significant fever

24 HOURS PRIOR-

Do not have physical stimulation to breast

Do not examine breast (physically or with ultrasound)

Do not compress breast (no mammogram)

Do not use sauna or steam-room

No hot or cold packs in contact with the breast

MORNING OF THE EXAM-

Do not shave underarms

Do not use creams or powders on breast

If you are using a beta blocker or other medications for high blood pressure, please let us know.  If possible, please hold that day's dose till after your scan.

4 HOURS PRIOR-

Do not exercise

Do not nurse

No caffeine or alcohol

1 HOUR PRIOR-

Do not bathe or shower

WHILE IN EXAM ROOM-

Do not touch your breast

NOTE: Please do not wear any jewelry on upper portions of the body.