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Is mammography during pregnancy safe for the baby?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My wife had a mammography test last month. It was around 26 days after LMP. She did not get her period then.

Now, after a month of mammography, her doctor has confirmed that she is pregnant.

Please suggest.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Shravana Kumar Chinnikatti

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Dr. Shravana Kumar Chinnikatti is a Radiation Oncologist, Radiotherapist, and Medical Oncologist. His treatment plans commonly include radioactive implantations, external beam radiotherapy, hyperthermia, and combined modality therapy. He completed his MBBS from Kasturba Medical College in 2000 and MD from MS Ramaiah Medical College in 2005. He is currently practicing in Bangalore with 23 years of clinical experience.

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Hi,

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Mammogram delivers less dose, and the fetus will be far away from the radiation field. However, a close follow-up with an ultrasound of the fetus and an obstetrician is necessary.

I hope this helps.

Please revert in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At February 13, 2017
Reviewed At June 10, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shravana Kumar Chinnikatti is a Radiation Oncologist, Radiotherapist, and Medical Oncologist. His treatment plans commonly include radioactive implantations, external beam radiotherapy, hyperthermia, and combined modality therapy. He completed his MBBS from Kasturba Medical College in 2000 and MD from MS Ramaiah Medical College in 2005. He is currently practicing in Bangalore with 23 years of clinical experience.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shravana Kumar Chinnikatti is a Radiation Oncologist, Radiotherapist, and Medical Oncologist. His treatment plans commonly include radioactive implantations, external beam radiotherapy, hyperthermia, and combined modality therapy. He completed his MBBS from Kasturba Medical College in 2000 and MD from MS Ramaiah Medical College in 2005. He is currently practicing in Bangalore with 23 years of clinical experience.

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