Places to get a Mammogram in Kathmandu

A mammogram is an x-ray picture of the breasts that makes it possible to detect lumps or abnormal growths that may not be felt during a self-examination.

Experts recommend that women aged 40 and over have annual mammograms as studies have shown that breast cancer tends to be more common in women above 40.

Women without any risk factors for breast cancer should still get annual mammograms because the majority of breast cancer patients have no risk factors at all. Approximately 75 percent of patients who are diagnosed with breast cancer have no risk factors, making it more important for every woman to have an annual mammogram screening. Screening mammography saves lives, and it’s one of the easiest steps women can take to detect breast cancer early.

Before you go for a mammogram, there are a few things that you need to consider:

If you haven’t gone through menopause, your breasts are most likely to be sensitive or tender the week before and the week during your period. The best time for a mammogram is usually one week following your period when your breasts aren’t as tender.
It is advisable to wear a 2 piece outfit for a mammogram as you will have to undress from above the waist.
Any cream, oil, lotion, and deodorant should be avoided as they can show up in the x-ray as white spots.
Getting a mammogram can be uncomfortable and painful for most women as the breasts need to be flattened for a few moments to take a clear picture. If you feel any discomfort or have any concerns then don’t be afraid to communicate with the technician during the process.
It is also advisable to avoid wearing any jewelry when going for a mammogram to not risk having your neck jewelry lost because you have to remove it.
Wear flat shoes, sneakers, or low heels as you will be standing for your mammogram, and you may be asked to lean forward or backward for best positioning and the high heels may throw you off balance.

Here are 9 places you can go for a mammogram in Kathmandu along with details and prices listed below:

Nepal Cancer Hospital and Research Center Pvt. Ltd.
Norvic International Hospital
Grande International Hospital
Nepal Mediciti Hospital
Tesla Diagnostic Clinic
Alka Hospital
B&B Hospital
Bhaktapur Cancer Hospital
National Hospital and Cancer Research Center

The prices below were reflected as of November 2021 for Double Mammography.

1. Nepal Cancer Hospital and Research Center Pvt. Ltd.

Price: Rs. 2,000

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Website: www.nch.com.np

Contact No.: 01-5251312

Time: 9:30 AM/3:00 PM Sun-Fri

Location: Harisiddhi, Lalitpur

Email: info@nch.com.np

Note: Nepal Cancer Hospital and Research Center Pvt. Ltd. provides 50% discount on the occasion of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October every year.

2. Norvic International Hospital

Price: Rs. 5,484

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Website: www.norvichospital.com

Contact No.: 01-5970032, 01-4218230

Time: 8:00 AM/5:00 PM Sun-Fri

Location: Thapathali, Kathmandu

Email: info@norvichospital.com

3. Grande International Hospital

Price: Rs. 3,450

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