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PET SCAN
Aug 25, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear WorriedDaughter25, Bone "lesions" seen on a PET scan in correlation with a diagnosis of breast cancer is concerning for spread of the cancer. However, this does not mean for sure that these areas are cancerous. This information needs to be evaluated in context of the whole picture of what is going on with your Mom, such as tumor features, l...
lump near shoulder
Aug 25, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear rosiesluv12, Over the internet it is impossible to totally reassure you regarding this lump without ability to further evaluate including physical exam. This could in fact be the result of the injury, however without further evaluation it is impossible to say for sure. Having it checked is the appropriate next step.
Need help on interpreting Sonogram for Breasts
Aug 09, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear bloodelf, Periareolar dilitation is inflamation of the ducts surrounding the areola of the breast. A cyst is a fluid-filled structure. They mention axcillary lymphnodes which is a normal finding, in this report they do not mention anything about these lymphnodes being swollen. How these findings relate to your symptom of pain is impossible to say over t...
breast cancer free
Aug 09, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear arkshanthi1966, Follow-up will in a sense continue the rest of your life as you will continue to need annual check-ups and mammograms. The follow up schedule after treatment for breast cancer is based on several factors including stage of disease, treatments given etc. At first after treatment follow-up may be more often (every 3 months to check for re...
Tram flap
Aug 04, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear dot218, Over the internet without ability to evaluate including physical examination it is impossible for us to say what is causing your symptoms. It is best to have this checked by your doctor who can ask questions, and examine.
IDC disease course without treatment
Aug 03, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear Kathm, It is difficult to predict an exact course based on such limited information. Decisions about treatment or no treatment need to be made based on several factors including tumor features such as ER/PR status, stage of disease, overall health of the patient etc. These decisions are made best in consultation with an oncologist who can discuss risks...
Sharp Pain in Breast
Aug 03, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear Onbekend, Over the internet without ability to evaluate including physical examination it is difficult to say what is causing your discomfort. Breast pain is a common breast symptom. The reason for breast pain is not clearly understood, and is not usually associated with breast cancer. Breast pain is sometimes associated with hormonal variations and...
nodule
Jul 29, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear ajk490, Whenever there is an abnormal finding on a mammogram it needs to be followed up on which is routine. Over the internet without ability to evaluate including viewing of the films, and putting the information in context of physical examination it is impossible to say what this "nodule" means.
abnormal mammogram
Jul 28, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear elaine0616, It is not uncommon for an abnormality to show up on a screening mammogram. When this happens, the radiologist will typically call the woman to come back for further evaluation such as a spot compression where a more specific view of the abnormality can be obtained. In many cases, the density could be as simple as some tissue that has folded...
cancerous calcifications in breats
Jul 28, 2010 in the Breast Cancer Expert Forum
Dear singlemom26, Microcalcifications or calcifications are actually very fine specks of calcium that light up on a mammogram. Sometimes they can be an indication of cancer or precancer. 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 benig...