Not sure what to ask
Hello everyone,
I am new to this site and to the possibility of having breast cancer. Any advice would be so welcome and appreciated. I went for a mammogram and breast ultrasound today for pain in my left breast and armpit area. I was surprised when the radiologist said that the left side is normal but they found a nodule of concern in the right breast. They scheduled me for a needle biopsy next week. The radiologist did not give any measurements or suggestions as to what it could be, she just said it is an area of concern. I am so nervous because I don't know what to expect.
What questions should I be asking when I see her next week? Is a nodule different from a cyst?
Thank you in advance!
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Klynch, so a cyst is more likely to be fluid filled whereas a nodule is more solid. The biopsy will grab some of the tissue and then a pathologist can look at it and see what it is under the microscope. If you can access your charts you can see what BIRADS score the radiologist gave & it would also list measurements. If you're in the US, these results are often in the patient portal. Otherwise just hang in there. Biopsies are pretty fast and they freeze you well for them so it's not painful. Fingers crossed for benign results for you!
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Hi Klynch825! We're so sorry you're here with this worry, we know what a stressful and concerning situation this can be. Please keep us posted on how everything goes, we're all hoping for benign results for you!
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Thank you so much for the information. I checked the medical records portal but it has not been updated. I will keep you all posted.
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Just want to welcome you Klynch! Wishing you well with the biopsy next week as well. Keep us updated on new developments - also any other questions or concerns you have. We can offer support now and likely some information once you have more of that.....
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Thank you so much! It means a lot to have the support and information. I feel that I am better prepared for the biopsy.
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Hi, I just checked the portal at my doctor's office and my results are in. Its says that it is a BIRAD 4: Suspicious and it is 7 x 6 x 7 mm oval hypoechoic mass with scant internal vascularity. This is all I know for now. Thank you in advance.
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BIRAD 4 means its more likely not cancer than cancer. Waiting is really hard, do some things you like to do to keep your mind of worrying. Treat yourself!
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Hang in there Klynch! I agree with 2019.... we all hope that's the case!
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Good morning! Thank you for the words of encouragement.....it really means a lot. I am not going to lie...I am getting more nervous as the test comes closer. Fingers crossed for a good result!!! I hope you all have a beautiful day!!!!
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