You know, not being able to talk with doctor is a problem we're hearing more and more of. Unfortunately, it's really a growing problem and it's only getting worst.
Now, to address your question, microcalcifications of the breast are very common findings on mammograms.
They can be from benign causes or cancerous causes.
There are three patterns of microcalcifications you should be aware of.
1) Benign
2) Highly suspicious for cancer
3) Indeterminate - meaning we can't tell
Most likely, the reason a biopsy is being recommended is because the mammogram has either a highly suspicious or indeterminate results.
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Hi Jewel,
Thank you for the post.
You know, not being able to talk with doctor is a problem we're hearing more and more of. Unfortunately, it's really a growing problem and it's only getting worst.
Now, to address your question, microcalcifications of the breast are very common findings on mammograms.
They can be from benign causes or cancerous causes.
There are three patterns of microcalcifications you should be aware of.
1) Benign
2) Highly suspicious for cancer
3) Indeterminate - meaning we can't tell
Most likely, the reason a biopsy is being recommended is because the mammogram has either a highly suspicious or indeterminate results.
I hope that helps you.
I wish you the best of health.
Dr. Harness
July 16, 2009 - 2:30pmThis Comment
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