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HPLS1957
HPLS1957 Member Posts: 15
edited May 2019 in Not Diagnosed But Worried

I am a 62 year old woman, who has a clear discharge from left breast. I noticed it when doing my BSE in March. It only happens when squeezed, but of course, have been checking daily, and noticed it happening a few times a month. I have a strange tingly feeling also, but no lumps or redness. I did have a problem with an uncomfortable underwire shortly before all of this started. I am going to see my family physician next week. I am so afraid that it is cancer. Does or did anyone else have these issues bonfire being diagnosed? Could this be caused by anything else?

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  • djmammo
    djmammo Member Posts: 2,939
    edited May 2019

    HPLS1957

    This post might be a good place to start:

    https://community.breastcancer.org/forum/83/topics/857426?page=1#post_5015399

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  • HPLS1957
    HPLS1957 Member Posts: 15
    edited May 2019

    Good Morning djmammo,

    I just had a 3D diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound. The radiologist said no masses and the ducts look clear. I will be following up with my GP to get her opinion on the next steps. What would you suggest for my plan of action? Thank you

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  • djmammo
    djmammo Member Posts: 2,939
    edited May 2019

    HPLS1957

    The radiology report should contain a recommendation at the end. What was that recommendation?


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  • HPLS1957
    HPLS1957 Member Posts: 15
    edited May 2019

    I don't have the report. I will check with my GP. I just wondered if you had any suggestions.


    djmammo, just got the report:

    My GP is referring me to a breast specialist. There is no report on right breast, should I assume that is okay also?


    This patient's mammogram was interpreted with the assistance of CAD. Digital breast tomosynthesis (3D) imaging was performed.

    BREAST DENSITY: The breasts are heterogeneously dense, which may obscure small masses

    DIGITAL MAMMO FINDINGS: There are no dominant masses, suspicious microcalcifications or unexplained architectural distortion to suggest malignancy.

    LEFT BREAST US FINDINGS: US evaluation shows no evidence of cyst, solid lesion or other abnormality.

    IMPRESSION: Bi-RADS Category 1-Negative

    RECOMMENDATION: Annual mammography. Clinical follow-up of the nipple discharge is recommended.

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  • djmammo
    djmammo Member Posts: 2,939
    edited May 2019

    HPLS1957

    Post it when you have it. I can supplement or explain their recommendations but not without their complete report(s). The types of exams available for followup should be in that article I suggested.

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  • HPLS1957
    HPLS1957 Member Posts: 15
    edited May 2019

    djmammo I just posted my report. Thanks for any input.

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  • HPLS1957
    HPLS1957 Member Posts: 15
    edited May 2019

    DJ Mammo: I have an appointment with a BS on July 1. Do you think that is too long to wait? TIA

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  • djmammo
    djmammo Member Posts: 2,939
    edited May 2019

    HPLS1957

    Thats a normal report. Your docs must feel comfortable with you waiting til then since no abnormality was seen on your imaging. At that appointment ask them if they would order a ductogram. If there is a tiny nodule in the duct they ought to be able to see it on that exam.

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  • HPLS1957
    HPLS1957 Member Posts: 15
    edited May 2019

    That’s the earliest I could get an appointment. The doctor is highly regarded here in Austin. Thank you so much for your help

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