Here’s why doctors say women may want to schedule mammograms prior to getting COVID-19 vaccine - FOX 29 News Philadelphia

Andrea Porpiglia of the Fox Chase Cancer Center joined Good Day Philadelphia to talk about why you should wait to get mammograms done if you are planning on getting the coronavirus vaccine.

PHILADELPHIA - Health officials are advising women seeking mammograms to schedule them prior to receiving the first or second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

So what is the concern with getting a mammogram directly after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine?

"What we’re seeing is women who have gotten the COVID vaccine, we’re seeing some enlarged lymph nodes.

"We’re recommending for women, if you know you’re getting your COVID vaccine, try to get your screening mammogram before then.

"It seems like some people are having such a hard time getting an appointment for a vaccine, so they probably want to hold on to that?

And, if you’re having a breast concern, if you’re having breast pain, you feel a mass, you should not delay your mammogram because of the vaccine," Dr.

"Is there a difference between the first dose and the second dose, for you?" Jerrick asked.

You can see it after the first dose and second dose

We see more patients after the second dose, however," Dr