Scattered Microcalcifications

[Marsha914]

I am having a biospy sterotatic biopsy April 22nd, of four clusters of microcalcifications. The radiologist also said, I have other calcifications scattered in both breast that are not clustered.

If we are taking the biopsy of only the clusters what can be done for the other scattered ones and what are causing these microcalcifications?  Can I help to prevent them?

I also wonder if I will have problems with my breast after the biopsy, bleeding or infection.

One last question can a biospy spread cancer in the breast?


This discussion is related to New Microcalcifications - Biopsy Option.

[lauriekidd]

My diagnosis was DCIS, Stage 0.  pathology showed "scattered" microcalcifications. (only one breast involved.) I had a lumpectomy followed by 6 weeks of radiation.

I now have to decide whether to take Evista, Arimidex, Tamoxifen, or none of these.  Since I'm 75, my inclination is to have 6-month mammograms and forget the medication.  

Any and all information will help me make a decision.  Thanks.

Lauriekidd

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

A biopsy is a safe procedure and you should not worry about spread of cancer cells to the adjacent areas.

Usually clusters of microcalcifications are the suspicious lesions, which need to be investigated further to rule out a malignancy.

Scattered calcifications are benign.

You should carry out regular breast self examinations, report any abnormal features to your doctor; get periodic clinical examinations and repeat investigations annually.

Let us know how the biopsy procedure goes.

Post us if you have any other doubts.

Let us know how you are doing.

Regards.