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Why Is Mammogram Recommended Every 6 Months Even After Having Normal Biopsy Report?
had a mammogram back in Sept. had to go in for more views then did ultrasound. showed mass (no lump) on both mammogram & ultrasound with irregular shapes/spiculated. had biopsy & came back normal. now I have to go back for a follow up mammogram in 6 months. why would i need to do this if the biopsy came back normal
Mon, 3 Mar 2014
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- age/ any family history of breast ca
Benign breast masses can sometimes become symptomatic or progress to malignant (cancerous) mass. The doctor just wants to watch it and make sure it's not changing. It's a good thing that they're following it up.
Hope this helps.
- age/ any family history of breast ca
Benign breast masses can sometimes become symptomatic or progress to malignant (cancerous) mass. The doctor just wants to watch it and make sure it's not changing. It's a good thing that they're following it up.
Hope this helps.
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