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Microcalcifications in the Breast
I recently took a mammogram and was told by the evaluating doctor that he "thinks I have cancer", because of a new density area with microcalcifications that are in one small area (not scattered). He recommended that I take a biopsy, which I did 5 days ago. I am waiting for the results, and having a rough time of it. I wish he had just said there was something highly suspicious there that needed to have a biopsy. I think that would have been sufficient.
I have read on the internet that microcalcifications that are clustered, can be indicative of cancer. I was wondering what the percentage of my chances are that I will get a benign report. He said it was a small spot that can't be felt by a manual examination.
Thanks,
Diane1
B9 is shorthand for benign, thats all. My prayers are with all of you, I hope each gets good news soon. LynneBrooke
Montana girl 06-Do you have the appointment for your biopsy? How large is the area that your doctor is targeting? Like you, I took the wait and see approach to my DCIS, no radiation or medication. And also, like you, I have not had much support from friends who seem reluctant to discuss anything with me. No one asks, not even my own sister. I know they care, but maybe it is their own fears that keep them from allowing me to talk about the ordeal. I do not have a husband and I have not wanted to "dump" on my children (who, by the way, have been the wonderful!). This forum has helped tremendously, but after some rather harsh comments from some others who post here with regards to my decision, I have been hesitant to post. I think of you often and try to send good vibrations and prayers your way. Do not second guess yourself about waiting the three months. At the time, we make what we think is the best decision for us. As always, you are in my prayers.
Hi Ziggy, (and anyone else,) I just wanted to tell you about the live chat you can have with survivors-those waiting-and those going through everything you are on breastcancer.org.
I went there two nights ago, and people who know exactly what and how we are feeling are online with realtime chats there. They welcome you right in, just sign up and you can chat anytime you want with people who care and understand.
Even though I have now got a B9 rating, I am still welcomed as well.
I had a BIRAD of 4 with "suspicious for malignancy", truly thought I had C- and was going stir crazy waiting for everything. They talk about anything and everything you might have an interest in, so please consider signing on. I think you will be blessed. My call name is BrookeLynne, if you ever see it there, talk to me.
I went there two nights ago, and people who know exactly what and how we are feeling are online with realtime chats there. They welcome you right in, just sign up and you can chat anytime you want with people who care and understand.
Even though I have now got a B9 rating, I am still welcomed as well.
I had a BIRAD of 4 with "suspicious for malignancy", truly thought I had C- and was going stir crazy waiting for everything. They talk about anything and everything you might have an interest in, so please consider signing on. I think you will be blessed. My call name is BrookeLynne, if you ever see it there, talk to me.
What is a B9 rating? I'm unfamiliar with that.
I got back from my conference early enough today to pick up my radiology report and feel muuuuuuch better now that I've read it. The nurse told me my calcs had changed. The report says "very little change." Three months ago the surgeon said if they stayed the same I might not need the biopsy, but if they changed I should definately go. So, now I'm confused. How do I interpret "very little change?" I'm going to call the office on Monday. My biopsy was scheduled for Oct. 26 but they called to change it to Nov. 1. At least I'm less stressed now.
I can understand why you've been hesitant to post. I don't think the gals with the totally rude responses knew your story and they jumped to conclusions. (There are ways to disagree without being so harsh.) It made me mad, too. From your post I'm guessing that you are still stressed about your situation. Do you have up and down days, or is it still a daily worry?
I try not to burden my kids with my health problems too much, either. When I cry my husband really listens and then is more responsive for a couple of days...and then he forgets about it again. I love him dearly, but he really doesn't understand... And I'm not going to use tears to get his sympathy.
Thanks again so much for your support.
I can understand why you've been hesitant to post. I don't think the gals with the totally rude responses knew your story and they jumped to conclusions. (There are ways to disagree without being so harsh.) It made me mad, too. From your post I'm guessing that you are still stressed about your situation. Do you have up and down days, or is it still a daily worry?
I try not to burden my kids with my health problems too much, either. When I cry my husband really listens and then is more responsive for a couple of days...and then he forgets about it again. I love him dearly, but he really doesn't understand... And I'm not going to use tears to get his sympathy.
Thanks again so much for your support.
Summie082 - glad you got great news.
darkstarlight - I think the only other treatment would be hormonal. But you can only have this if your cancer meets the criteria.
darkstarlight - I think the only other treatment would be hormonal. But you can only have this if your cancer meets the criteria.
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