Hyalinized Fibroadenoma

[tinkletinklelilstar]

On Feb 27th I had a breast core biopsy right due to them finding a 1.3cm mass with lobulated margins, vascularity and the suspicious of malignancy. I don't feel comfortable  that all this turned out to be Hyalinized Fibroadenoma... is that possible? Can you really get great results from 4 cores taken also a clip was placed there for further mammograms..I also have right shoulder pain since the biopsy I can hardly use the arm it's ok for awhile then becomes sore to use. I told the doctor on Friday and he said it's common.... but why??

[tinkletinklelilstar]

Thank you. I am so happy you put it in a way that is a reality check your right! I do think they got what they needed and I am so happy for that... the shoulder pain is still there its like a dull toothache (if you ever had one) but in the shoulder. No one told me this would happen after biopsy, I am using heat and motrin hopefully it will subside.. If not I will see my primary doctor..Thanks again for your input and concern..

[Kamal S Saini, MD, MRCP (UK), DM]

Hi,
If the mammogram is suspicious of malignancy, the next step is biopsy, which you have undergone.
It is possible that a radiologically suspicious lesion turns out to be benign on core biopsy. Although it is theoretically possible that the biopsy missed the real lesion, and sampled only the adjoining tissue, this is unlikely because the mass is relatively big (1.3 cm) and 4 samples were cut. The clips placed within the breast will help in serial monitoring of the lesion on radiology.
Shoulder soreness is common after breast biopsy, but should rapidly subside. You need tro see your doctor if pain persists.