Thermography

How Thermography Works

Thermography is the science of capturing and analyzing our body’s thermal energy AKA infrared heat. We cool your body slightly before the examination to highlight the heat contrast between normal and potentially abnormal tissues. Then, an infrared camera maps heat variations on your body’s surface, revealing subtle cellular changes and potential health issues long before they become major concerns. Thermography is non-invasive, radiation-free, and provides insights undetectable by MRI and X-ray.

Why Thermography?

Thermography offers multiple benefits:

Non-Invasive and Safe: It is as painless as having your photograph taken and does not involve any radiation or body contact. It's safe for pregnant women, nursing mothers, and young women.
FDA Approved: Thermography has been an approved diagnostic procedure for breast screening by the FDA since 1982.
Early Detection of Diseases: It detects heat variations caused by chemical and blood vessel activity in pre-cancerous tissue and areas around developing cancer, potentially identifying issues up to ten years before standard x-ray mammograms.

What Can Thermography Detect?

Thermography can help detect a range of health issues that are closer to the body’s surface:

Early Warning of Breast Cancer

One in eight women will develop breast cancer. Thermography may reveal a developing tumor up to ten years before it is visible on an X-ray. Research has shown that adding thermography to a woman’s regular breast check-up routine leads to a 61% increase in detection rates. Furthermore, by incorporating thermography into the screening routine, up to 98% of early-stage breast cancers can be detected.

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Is Thermography Right for You?

Thermography is a valuable addition to health screening routines for both men and women. For women, it’s an excellent tool for early breast cancer detection and is highly recommended for young women to establish baseline thermographic breast patterns starting as young as age 20. It’s also particularly beneficial for those with concerns about radiation or discomfort during mammograms.

Why Choose MyHealth1st for Thermography?

At MyHealth1st, we deliver high-quality, reliable thermography procedures:

Medical Doctor Interpretation: A trained medical doctor and expert in the field, James Campbell, MD, reviews our thermograms. His extensive experience ensures accurate analysis and diagnosis.
Optimal Image Quality: Your body is cooled unclothed for 15 minutes before imaging to ensure accurate thermal measurements.
Complete Breast Thermograms: We cover all areas of the breast during screenings.
Personalized Care: We keep a record of your images for comparison over time.
Comprehensive Reports: You will receive complete reports, including full-color images, a summary report, and follow-up suggestions if needed.
Insurance Reimbursement Assistance: We provide a receipt and insurance codes to help you seek possible reimbursement from your insurer.

Thermography Pre-Imaging Instructions

Thermography Referral Form

Thermogram showing vascular abnormalities. Follow-up biopsy found a 1” carcinoma in the left breast.

Thermogram revealing an abnormality in the left breast.

Thermogram of healthy breasts: breasts are uniformly cool and show no suspicious vascular markings.

Thermogram showing a thyroid nodule on the right side of the neck.

Thermogram displaying significantly warm areas over the right chest and rib cage. CT scan revealed a lung tumor in the right lower lobe, 7cm x 5cm.

This thermogram shows inflammation from an underwire bra, especially on the right side.

Thermogram displaying healthy, uniformly cool breasts without vascular markings.

Enhancing Breast Health Screening

Building on emerging clinical research, our thermography services now include a tumor marker trio – AFP, CA 153, and CEA – offering a more comprehensive assessment of breast health and significantly improving early diagnosis.

AFP (Alpha-fetoprotein)

AFP, a unique fetal serum protein, is a valuable asset in breast cancer screening. It aids in early detection, significantly enhancing the accuracy of our assessments.

CA 153 (Cancer Antigen 153)

CA 153, with an impressive specificity of 96.43%, is a cornerstone in breast cancer screening. Its reliability in distinguishing cancer patients from those with benign conditions is well-documented.

CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen)

CEA, a broad-spectrum tumor marker, is instrumental in evaluating the curative effect, condition, and prognosis of breast cancer.

AFP (Alpha-fetoprotein)

AFP, a unique fetal serum protein, is a valuable asset in breast cancer screening. It aids in early detection, significantly enhancing the accuracy of our assessments.

CA 153 (Cancer Antigen 153)

CA 153, with an impressive specificity of 96.43%, is a cornerstone in breast cancer screening. Its reliability in distinguishing cancer patients from those with benign conditions is well-documented.

CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen)

CEA, a broad-spectrum tumor marker, is instrumental in evaluating the curative effect, condition, and prognosis of breast cancer.

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This panel achieves a remarkable sensitivity of 83.46% and an accuracy of 80.25% in detecting breast cancer, as showcased in a recent study published in Frontiers in Oncology. We encourage our patients undergoing thermography to measure these labs for a more complete view of their breast health.

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Discover how thermography can enhance your well-being. Contact us today to learn more or to schedule your appointment.