The nurse led me to the exam room, and I climbed onto the rolling bed.
I was officially at the mouth of the MRI tube meant to take images of my organs.
Have you had an MRI before?
the tech asked as he adjusted the intravenous drip that would deliver contrast dye into my veins.
Yeah, I replied with a rueful laugh.
Ive had a few.
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At the time, I was still breastfeeding my son, and cancer hadnt been on my radar.
I was only 37 when diagnosed, so my oncologist ordered genetic testing.
Instead, the BRCA2 mutation gives me a higher-than-average risk of developing cancer.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
It often goes undetected until it reaches an advanced stage.
Plus, both my grandmother and great-grandfather had it.
Pancreatic cancer screenings generally involve two types of tests, MRI and endoscopic ultrasound.
These tests can be done separately, or in combination, Dr. Latham explains.
In my case, my doctor advised conducting both tests, rotating between the two procedures every six months.
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My gastroenterologist and oncologist work together, consulting on my results and making determinations for next steps when necessary.
You want to have physicians and experts available to interpret results and advise next steps.
Anytime youre doing imaging and screening with a patient, you want to maximize benefit with the risk.
Ive also lived through cancer once, and I know early detection can make a huge difference.
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