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Calcifications and lumps benign condition?

I had a stereotactic for calcifications in 1/06. At 6 month follow-up radiologist #1 recommended a stereotactic for new pleomorphic clusters of calcifications. Surgeon agreed I could wait 3 months for a follow-up mammogram instead of biopsy. Radiologist #2 read 3 month follow-up mammo and there was very little change; again recommended a stereotactic. On biopsy day Radiologist #3 said he found the clusters to be similar and due to benign condition, not pleomorphic as Radiologist #1 stated,probably caused by biopsy in Jan. I  have possible fibroadenomas of similar form in same quadrant.Radiologist #3,surgeon and I decided not to do the stereotactic but follow-up in 6 months.Most of breast would have to be removed to take out all
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Congratulations Bunny!  I am soooo happy for you.  I had my mammogram on Tuesday, now the waiting begins for results.  I am so happy for all those getting benign results....I pray for patience and strength for all who are waiting! (including me!)
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Thank you so much, bunny.  I got good news today, too.  My biopsy was benign!  I have such a newfound respect for all women who go through this ordeal, whether their results are b-9 or otherwise.  

Donna
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Hell'o All:
I met with my surgeon on 11/9.  I got a copy of my mammography. He pointed out to me that it stated "geographic area of multiple calcifications laterally in right breast." He did indicate that geographic is better than cluster, however he did say he has been wrong before. The earliest I could have the biopsy done was on the 22nd and we were going to be on the road for Thanksgiving so I will be having the stereotactic on the 27th. Today, I shared with my mom and one of my dear friends that is a nurse at the hospital where I will be having the procedure done, that I am having a biopsy.  I have not really wanted to talk to anyone about it other than my husband. I really did not want to give the situation any life.
Sometimes I am really up and if I am alone-it can be very scarey.  The unknown and all. I haven't said anything to my children. Ages 18 and 15. I figure I will decide after the biopsy.
I just wanted to say hell'o.  I think of you all and pray for you.  This forum has been such a help for me.  I kind of drop in and out of threads, as I will join one and the thread will close. Regarding husbands, my has been great and has done his best to let me show and share my fear and he has been extremely supportive. He truly is a great guy.
God Bless and thank you for letting me vent.
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Ladies:

I just received my results...benign, I want to thank everyone for being so wonderful, I will be on this forum continually, it has changed my life and helped me through this ordeal...

GOD BLESS US BEAUTIFUL STRONG WOMEN!!!!
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I understand about the ups and downs. I have been trying very hard to focus on the good and knowing the odds are in our favor. This is my second biopsy in 2 months. The biopsy, itself, wasn't bad, it was the waiting. I'm happy you have the suppport of your husband and mother. It is so important to be able to share your feelings and venting is more than allowed. God bless you.
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I too agree, I was more anxioux about the biopsy then waiting to hear the results. You are ver strong beautiful woman...you are so right what will be will be and we can deal with it....

Everyone is in my prayers.

Montana Girl:  Thank you....
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