What to ask?

[ns31]

Hello,
I'm a 31 year old single mom. I recently noticed a lump in my breast and was sent for an ultrasound and mammogram, followed by a core needle biopsy.
I am waiting for result and wondering what questions I should ask. The surgeon has not given me any info, but I peeked at the radiologist's report which said:

"At the 12 o'clock position of the right breast, there is a suspicious, solid, hypoechoic mass measuring 1.1 cm in greatest diameter which is taller than wide with shadowing posterior to the lesion on the ultrasound. On mammography, there is evidence of a focal area of extensive microcalcifications, which appear pleomorphic and highly concerning for a malignancy. IMPRESSION: Highly suspicious mass seen in the right breast consistent with breast Ca. I strongly recommended ultrasound guided core biopsy."

I have no idea what this means other than it sounds scary. I would appreciate any help.
Thanks

[japdip]

After reading your post and also the response from the previous poster I would like to say .... let's not get the cart before the horse (so to speak). First, when you see the surgeon to get your biopsy report, take someone with you (a good friend) to act as an extra pr. of ears ... your mind will be thinking at a fast pace and you can easily miss something that is being said. I'm sure your surgeon will explain in detail the results of your biopsy but don't hesitate to ask anything that concerns you ... no matter how small. The only "dumb" question is the one that has not been asked and thus answered. Best Wishes ...

[Greta_L]

I sure this is a frightening time for you, the waiting is tough. It looks like you got more than a peek at that radiologist report, or you have incredible photographic memory :)
It sounds like you are on the right path by having the core needle biopsy.  I know I appreciated that the core biopsy was definitive in identifying the make-up of my lump. I had my results back in a few days.  
Do you already have an appointment to get the results? If not, call whomever sent you and ask for the earliest appointment to review the results.  
Ask for a copy of the results and \ or take a notebook and have them help you write down the findings. After you leave you'll struggle to remember those details.  
Take a list of questions with you so you don't get nervous and forget to ask.
When you get your results lets assume it is not cancer, ask the doctor how you will want to watch that lump for the future or if there is value in removing now and avoiding future rehashing of it.
In the unfortunate event that the biopsy shows cancerous cells, the common reaction is to want it out as fast as possible, but try to remember that except for some uncommon strains of breast cancer, generally that lump has been growing for years before you felt it.  Take your time and explore your options and get more than one doctor's opinion on how to handle it.  I copied this list fof questions you might want to ask from the "Susan B. Komen" breast cancer site.
Getting Your Biopsy Results and Understanding the Diagnosis
What did my biopsy show?
What kind of breast cancer do I have? What is the stage and grade?
How many lymph nodes were sampled, and how many were positive for cancer?
What were the results of my estrogen and progesterone receptor tests? What were the results of other tests?
Will other special tests (for HER2/neu and proliferation rate) be done on the tissue?
Was the entire tumor removed? Were the margins close or positive? If they were close, do I need more surgery?
What other tests should I have to see if the cancer has spread to other organs (liver, lungs, bones)?
How much time can I take to decide what type of treatment to have?
What do I need to consider if I would like to have a child after I have been treated for breast cancer?
Will my tumor be saved? Where will it be stored? For how long? How can I/ future providers/clinical trials I might participate in access it in the future? For more information on breast pathology practices
  A 2nd opinion is always a good idea and even if it is the same, you have that reassurance. There are a lot of good caring people on this website that can share their experiences with a variety of treatment options.
In the meantime I'm hoping for a happy outcome for you.