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breast calcification and biopsy
On august 28 I went for my routine Mammogram and two weeks later was recalled for more specific mammograhy. Immediately after this second series was done, I was told I needed a Steriotactic biopsy because the flims showed an area of microcalcifications in my breast. I waited a week, and then called to see if an appointment had been booked. None had, and my doctor was unware that one was needed. However, he quickly checked into the situation and booked a biopsy for me which is due to take place on October 5th.
I am very thankful for the program of routine mammograms and the early detection made possible by them.
However, in this istance, I am very concerned about the delayed process, and in particular, what that delay could mean if the calcification turns out to be malignant.
What is the rate of growth of such early cancers?
Have I cause for concern?
I didnt think to ask for details of the lesion and now I wish I had.
I would appreciate any insight and advice in this matter.
I am very thankful for the program of routine mammograms and the early detection made possible by them.
However, in this istance, I am very concerned about the delayed process, and in particular, what that delay could mean if the calcification turns out to be malignant.
What is the rate of growth of such early cancers?
Have I cause for concern?
I didnt think to ask for details of the lesion and now I wish I had.
I would appreciate any insight and advice in this matter.
Reading up on atypical hyperplasia will help with your question. I think I know but because this is what I had also but I don't want to give out the wrong info. Please do let us know your pathology report. Glad to see you back.
24 samples does sound like a lot, but they really try to get all of the areas so they don't leave any doubt and so you don't have to do it again soon. I agree with Cyn that a large number of samples doesn't necessarily mean higher risk for cancer. I've been told to wear a jog bra for the first 48 hours (even at night) after my biopsies. I also had to ice my breast, so I put a regular bra over the jog bra and put a small ice pack in between when I went to work the next day. That worked for me. When do you get your results?
HI, I just had my steriotactic biopsy today. Is it normal for them to have taken 24 biopsies of 1 breast? Will I be able to put a regular bra on tomorrow. I am sore but doing okay. They told me it would take 1 hour but it took 2. The radiologist said it was a difficult case. Is that an indication that the result will be cancer?
Without knowing what they were biopsying, it's hard to speculate about the length of the procedure, etc. 23 biopsies sounds like a lot, but you may have dense breasts making it difficult for the radiologist to see everything, thus the need for more samples 'just in case' he misses something. Total speculation on my part. When I had my first biopsy, they took about ten samples for 1 cyst (all benign). Did the radiologist explain anything that he was doing? I don't think the number of biopsies is indicative of a higher chance of cancer. Like all of us, you'll need to wait for the results to know for certain what you're dealing with. My thoughts are with you!
I remembered that you were having your diagnostic mammogram today. I am praying that all goes well for you.
I just posted on a thread near the top. Thanks so much for your prayers.
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