Why did I get an abnormal mammogram result?

Why did I get an abnormal mammogram result?

But an abnormal finding on a mammogram may simply be due to dense breasts, a harmless cyst, or image distortions. If you do have an abnormal mammogram result, your clinician will likely want to take a closer look to rule out cancer.

Can a breast radiologist tell if you have cancer without a mammogram?

Without the benefit of prior mammograms for comparison, the breast radiologist will be more likely to ask a woman to return for additional imaging as it can be a challenge to know with certainty that a finding is normal breast tissue versus a small cancer, particularly in women with dense breast tissue .

What’s the chance of getting breast cancer after a mammogram?

Even women who are recommended for breast biopsy after an abnormal screening mammogram result, have a 75% chance of NOT being diagnosed with cancer. It is important to understand that the likelihood of an eventual breast cancer diagnosis is low when called back from a screening mammogram.

Do you need to have a follow up mammogram?

In these cases, there is no need for follow-up. However, if you do have an abnormal screening mammogram, you will need to undergo further testing.

What do you need to know about abnormal mammograms?

What is an abnormal mammogram? Abnormal mammogram results occur when breast imaging detects an irregular area of the breast that has the potential to be malignant. This could come in the form of small white spots called calcifications, lumps or tumors called masses, and other suspicious areas.

Even women who are recommended for breast biopsy after an abnormal screening mammogram result, have a 75% chance of NOT being diagnosed with cancer. It is important to understand that the likelihood of an eventual breast cancer diagnosis is low when called back from a screening mammogram.

Is it normal to have a follow up mammogram?

The mere thought of undergoing follow-up tests can be scary for anyone. However, we suggest that you don’t panic. After all, abnormal mammogram results don’t necessarily mean that you have breast cancer. In most cases, the radiologist just discovered something that simply requires a closer look. What Does an Abnormal Mammogram Look Like?

Is it common to get called back for a mammogram?

Getting called back for additional mammogram views or a biopsy is pretty common and doesn’t necessarily mean you have cancer. Fewer than 1 in 10 women who are called back after a routine screening mammogram for additional views or other tests turn out to have breast cancer. But you do need to get it checked out.