I voted AND had my first mamogram!

[Blueberry]

It is a personal choice, one you must weigh for yourself. Radiation is a real threat but then again so is breast cancer. You pick what is right for you but don't skip on discomfort alone or being nervous.

Very well said. I will likely follow my (very trusted) doc's recommendation. I certainly don't see myself not getting them. I was just pointing out that there are valid reasons to be concerned - either way. And you're right - it is a personal choice, but one that you should consider your family when making IMO.

And yes, I avoid dental x-rays as much as possible also. However, I've had some (as yet undetermined cause) pain and we've had to do the x-rays yearly of late. It's a risk, but there's also a symptom we're trying to resolve. But it's separate from a cleaning.

CA