Tested positive for TNBC, but no Tumor, just calcification

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penxou
penxou Member Posts: 2

During a mammogram screening they noticed a "cluster of calcifications". This tested positive for cancer. MRI showed no tumor, and did not see any in my lymph nodes, they described it to me as a tree branch, sprinkled with classifications spanning an area of 13 cm .

I received two opinions from Breast Surgeons.

First, Do a Mastectomy and test the whole area to see what percentage is cancerous. Based on the results, decide if chemo is necessary.

Second opinion, Do a Surgical Biopsy to confirm the Triple negative results. The lab that processed the HER2 test, recommended another sample. After the Biopsy proceed with the appropriate Chemo.

I've read the benefits of doing Chemo first, but if I don't need it obvious why would I want to put myself thru it. My head is spinning. Because basically they don't know because they don't see a tumor.

I can't believe my case is the first of a kind and I'm wondering if anybody has gone thru anything similar.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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    Moderators Member Posts: 25,912
    edited July 2018

    Dear penxou,

    Welcome to the community. We are sorry that you find yourself her and in this quandary. It is little wonder that your head is spinning. It is completely understandable. You may want to check out the TNBC forum if you don't receive any responses here. There may be more activity there. Keep us posted and stay active here. PM us if we can be of help. The Mods

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