I was so nervouse about getting a mammogram and I have to say it was no big at all for me. A bit wierd. And I did feel like they were being handled a bit roughly but it was really not painful at all. Like I said just odd. I guess if you have sensative breasts then I could see why it would painful. I am glad I did it! and they gave me a rose. I got a cup of starbucks tea for free today too for voting!