Breast MRI showed "something" on the Ribs

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EmmaW
EmmaW Member Posts: 20
edited March 2018 in Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned

I had a breast MRI because I was having pain. The MRI didn't show any issue with my breast (I had a bilateral mastectomy 4 years ago - ILC) but my oncologist was concerned about something she saw on my ribs. I told her that I had pulled a muscle there, but she seemed alarmed and said that there was something abnormal with my rib. I don't have any more details and I don't have the report. She ordered a PET scan which I am having this week, but I am really concerned. I have pain in that area but mostly at night - during the day I am fine. I'm pretty concerned. My question is, has anyone had something concerning show up on an MRI that really was nothing? I thought MRI was the best way to see anything. Also, is it possible to have a recurrance on the opposite side of where the original cancer was? (cancer was in left breast, this abnormal rib is on the right.) Any info you have would be appreciated.

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  • Emily2008
    Emily2008 Member Posts: 605
    edited March 2018

    I'm pretty sure a PET scan or bone scan would be more definitive than an MRI when looking at your ribs. Isn't a radiologist reading your scan and report? What does the report say exactly?

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  • EmmaW
    EmmaW Member Posts: 20
    edited March 2018

    I haven’t seen the report. My oncologist called me but has been vague about what was there. I know that the radiologist recommended to follow up with a PET/ CT. Part of why I’m on edge is because I have no real info.

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  • KBeee
    KBeee Member Posts: 5,109
    edited March 2018

    I would definitely get a copy of the report. I do not know percentages, but MRIs are notorious for false positives. Do keep us posted. Sorry you have this to worry about.

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