Microcalcifications

I had a recent mammogram and it was found that there was an increasing number and prominence of clustered microcalcifications.  I need to have a follow-up visit and additional imaging done.  Is this something to be worried about because I am...VERY!!

[CCF-RN,MSN-JS]

Dear Starrynite,  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

[Raindance]

This is so important to follow through with.  I too, had microcalcifications show up on my mammo.  No lump or mass was felt by the Dr., but he recommended the biopsy anyhow.  Good thing he did.  I had a 4.8 cm mass...lobular carcinoma.  It does not always show up on a mammo as it forms more sheets or layers of cells instead of masses.