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Mammogram results require further testing
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Mammogram results require further testing
by Mano19, Oct 31, 2009 12:29PM
My sister who is aged 47 underwent a routine mammogram a month ago and has had the following results. She has no other symptoms. We have no family history of breast cancer or anyother cancer. Her ultrasound is scheduled in two weeks but I am really worried about her. Can you tell me if her following results should be anything to really worry about? The part the worries me most is the 'Nodular density with contour is poorly defined'
Mammogram results:
Breast parenchyma was mixed, slightly dense.
There is a small nodule opacity with contour is poorly defined, located at 6hr 1A in right breast. It measures 9mm.
No microcalcification or architechtural distortion.
I suggest an ultra sound of right mass to be able to determine the nature of solid or cyst.
Your feedback will be highly appreciated.
Mammogram results:
Breast parenchyma was mixed, slightly dense.
There is a small nodule opacity with contour is poorly defined, located at 6hr 1A in right breast. It measures 9mm.
No microcalcification or architechtural distortion.
I suggest an ultra sound of right mass to be able to determine the nature of solid or cyst.
Your feedback will be highly appreciated.
Doctor's Answer
by Cleveland Clinic, Nov 02, 2009 09:57AM
, Nov 02, 2009 09:57AM
Dear mano19: It is not uncommon for an abnormality to show up on a mammgram. In many cases a person will be called back to do spot compression mammogram and ultrasound. Often the spot will resolve with compression (tissue may have folded over on itself). If it persists an ultrasound can be done to further characterize the abnormality. The results will then determine how to proceed.
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