Breast MRI Scan

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I am due to have a  breast MRI scan soon. Can anyone tell me what to expect, how long it takes etc?

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bi pinky,
Presumably you are having contrast dye as well, as this helps to visualise whats going on in the breast.
A nurse/radiographer will see you first to go through things & put a cannula in your arm for the dye injection.
You will lay face down on the scanner & the team will make sure you are comfortable, you will be given a buzzer for help if needed. I cant remember exactly how long mine was, but the scan was no longer than 40 minutes altogether. It is noisy, but you will be given headphones with a choice of music.
I found the whole experience interesting if a bit surreal.
ann x