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atypical cells
by JC839, Oct 24, 2007 11:49AM
I recently had a fine needle aspiration done on a bloody cyst - all that came out was blood and a very small amount, as it was only 0.6cm - the cyst was completely gone after the fna. When I recieved the results the Dr. said no cancer cells but there were some "atypical cells" noted. What is the protocol for this type of determination ? What should I do ? Please advise. Also, does this now increase my risk of developing breast cancer - will this turn into breast cancer at some point - are atypical cells common ( the only history is my Maternal Aunt had Breast Cancer @ 63 yrs old) - Thank you !
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The fine needle aspiration report showed some atypical cells. The term "atypical cell" is used for the cell that is not similar to as a normal cell of that tissue should look.
This should not be much concern at the moment and the time for a strict follow up as per your doctor's suggestions has come.
There may be possibility of progression but it would be difficult to comment on the issue of progression to malignancy.