<human>: My doctor wants me to get a mammogram. I've heard they're painful. What should I expect?
<bot>: Mammograms are generally painless, but you may feel some discomfort or mild soreness during the procedure. The technician will apply a cold gel to your breast and use special equipment to take pictures of your breasts. You may also be asked to hold your breath for short periods while the pictures are being taken. Afterward, you may experience some tenderness or soreness in the area where the pictures were taken.