Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging
Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging is an FDA approved, safe, painless, non-invasive screening test that offers accurate, earlier detection of breast disease than has been possible with breast self-exam or mammography alone.
KAKE-TV recently profiled thermography and its effectiveness as a tool for early breast cancer detection.. Special thanks to North York Medical Thermography for providing the video below.
How and Why Breast Screening Works
Thermal Imaging is a test of physiology. It is based on detecting the heat generated by new blood vessels and/or chemical changes associated with a tumor’s origin or growth. By recording infrared heat from the body’s surface, it detects subtle physiologic changes that accompany breast pathology, whether it is cancer, fibrocystic disease, mastitis, benign tumors, infection, or dysfunction.
- Effective on Dense, Fibrous or Tender Tissue
- No Danger to Breast Implants
- No Compression
- No Radiation
- SAFE
- Very Affordable
Image Analysis
The images to the right show the effectiveness of thermal imaging. A history of cervical cancer prompted this patient to have an initial thermal scan in November 2000.
The results of this scan were so alarming she returned the next month for a follow up. These initial thermal scans showed a region of highly suspicious activity in the left breast which was also confirmed by mammogram.
This patient then chose thermography to monitor her condition and implemented a pro-active series of lifestyle changes. She modified her diet, adding raw, organic foods and juices and specific nutritional supplements.
She reduced the level of stress in her life and refocused her energies on health and well-being. Within several months, the suspicious region showed dramatic improvement.
Screening Guidelines
Thermal imaging is useful for monitoring breast health over time for women of all ages. In order to establish a baseline the first images should be taken three months apart.
After this, breast screening is recommended:
- Every 3 years for women 20-30 Years of Age
- Every year for women 30 Years of Age & Over