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Breast Ultrasound

6 replies

ReindeerBelieve · 21/12/2022 18:29

(Have name changed as didn't want to be linked to other posts )

I had my yearly mammogram at the beginning of December - have had for last 6/7 years or so due to family history, although I'm now just past 50 so qualify on that route.

Anyhow I had a phone call earlier in week to say I need to go back for an ultrasound and appt was offered.

At the time of the call I was in midst of supermarket with my mind on a 101 things (you know how it is) and I just accepted the appt.

I think also at the time I just in my head though if it as being recalled for another mammogram (a if images on original weren't taken well etc) . However she definitely said Ultrasound , not mammogram.

So anyone with any experience of them why is it likely I need one and also what should I expect ?

Thank you (purposely not googling) and trying not to think about it .

OP posts:

BG2015 · 21/12/2022 20:56

Hi
They may have seen something that needs further investigation. It could be a cyst it could be cancer. Until you have the ultrasound (& possible biopsy) you won't know for sure.

Please remember that most things they see are NOT cancer.

It's hard not to worry - massive hugs!

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ReindeerBelieve · 27/12/2022 20:12

Thank you for taking the time to reply - I have been purposely putting it to the back of my mind and not looking on internet. I will find out soon enough .

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Katrinawaves · 27/12/2022 20:16

I was called back after my first mammogram and had an ultrasound because there was a shadow on the first mammogram. All was fine - it was just a shadow apparently. I’ve since had another routine mammogram which was all clear.

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ReindeerBelieve · 28/12/2022 18:10

Thank you

I have had the follow up -small lump only detected on mammogram- have had biopsy - now on 2 week wait

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BG2015 · 30/12/2022 16:45

I had a biopsy and they told me there and then it was cancer - they were 99% sure! So, the fact that you haven't been told that is a good sign.

I waited for the results and it was then confirmed it was cancer.

Please let us know how you get on and remember most lumps aren't cancer!

RainbowToes · 01/01/2023 08:29

Hi OP. I've just had a biopsy and have a 3 week wait for the results. It's so worrying having to wait so long!

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