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Mammogram phobia

I am 40 years old and have a mammogram coming up next week. Last year I got a "call back" on my mammogram which turned out to be nothing. However, due to my anxiety issues, I am now petrified to go for this mammogram. I always think the worst when it comes to my health. After last years " call back" I literally curled up in the fetal position in my bed and couldn't function until I went for the recheck. Should I be worrying this much If I don't have any symptoms? I do self breast exams and do not feel any changes. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks!
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Hi! Thank you so much for your encouraging words. I can't wait to pamper myself once I am through this difficult time. Thank you for your prayers!
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You already know that you don't need to be this worried.  However fears are not logical.  The anxiety comes partly from the call back, which none of us ever expect and it is a shock to the system.  
As mammograms become more sensitive, there will be more call backs as tiny things are found that need evaluated.  The really good news last time is that you were well checked out - twice - and everything was fine.  The odds are that you will have good results from mammograms.  Some people have breast tissue that is normal but looks like maybe something is atypical.  It is better to get a call back and a clean bill of health.  And if there is ever a problem, it is far better to find out and treat it as son as you know it is there.  Talk to your doctor about your anxiety and he or she will be able to help alleviate your fears as well.  Get your mammogram, pamper yourself for making it through a tough experience and then enjoy your life without letting your fears drag you down.  So often what we fear never happens and we wasted time and energy suffering needlessly.  You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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