Mammogram resuts

[Chrisy14]

1.  What is 'Asymmetrical tissue density is seen in the upper outer quadrant of the right breast.
2.  Tiny intramammary node is seen in the lower half of the left breast.
3.  Breasts show fibro-grandular and fatty tissues.
4.  No mammographic evidence of malignancy.

Please advise 1 - 3.  Is it cause for alarm.  What is asymmetrical tissue density..

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Glad the post was of help to you.

Do update us on how the appointment goes.

Let us know about how you are doing and what your doctor advises.

Let us know if you have any other doubts.

Regards.

[Chrisy14]

Thank you.  I am meeting my Gynaec today.

Was initially worried but after your replies am more than relaxed, thank you.  It has opened my eyes to have regular mammograms done to rule out upcoming fears.

God Bless

Chrisy14

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Intramammary lymph nodes are lymph nodes present in the breast area and draining the breast. They can be seen in normal individuals and are not a cause of concern - the report specifically mentions their size as tiny.

No mammographic evidence of malignancy means that there are no lesions that appear to be cancer.

This essentially means that the mammogram was normal - do discuss this with your doctor and decide about when would you need a repeat mammogram.

Let us know about how you are doing and if you have any other doubts.

Post us about what your doctor advises.

Regards.

[Chrisy14]

Impression:
1.  Tiiny intramammary node is seen in the lower half of the left breast.
2.  No mammagraphic evidence of malignancy

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Asymmetrical tissue density would mean non-uniformly dense breast tissue.

Such densities make the mammogram difficult to read or to palpate a definite lump on physical exam. The dense tissue makes it more likely that a cancer might be missed.

The density finding itself is not a risk factor for breast cancer; many women have these changes.

Have you noticed any abnormal features on breast self examination like a breast lump, nipple discharge or skin changes?

These are managed with regular breast self examinations and periodic clinical breast examinations by your physician and 6 monthly or yearly mammograms and ultrasound.

Let us know if you have any other doubts and post us about what your doctor advises.

Keep us posted on how you are doing.

Regards.