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Calcifications

What does calcifications mean? A lump hidden or early breast cancer? I have had them b4 and all came back ok. Now I have them again same breasts and close to the previsous site and have to go back for more views. I am concerned.
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Dear KATBIRD: Microcalcifications are small calcium deposits found within the breast tissue. There are different types of microcalcifications, and based on their pattern on the mammogram it gives the radiologist clues as to their cause. For instance microcalcifications that are more scattered are probably due to a benign (non-cancerous) cause, a
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"Underlying tumor" Is that one that is not seen or something?
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Also, can lumps be oval and smooth or are they round feeling?
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