3D mammography showed calcifications in the right breast. Do I need to worry?

Question

Hello doctor,

I just moved, so I do not have an OB or internist to ask these questions. I did my yearly mammogram in 3D for the first time. I did bring my past images, but they were not in 3D. I got a call back for calcifications of the right breast, and it was recommended that I get three additional images. I am anxious because I thought that 3D was meant to see calcifications very well. But, they said the report is very vague; it did not mention the size, shape, or pattern of the calcifications. Do I need to worry? I was adopted, so I do not know my family history. I have had cysts in that area before.

Kindly help.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I saw your mammogram report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Yes, it is very vague, with no information about the size and number of calcified areas. Calcification is due to the deposition of calcium over the years and is normally benign. There is a minimal chance of it getting malignant. You need to redo the mammogram, and if required, a fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) can be done to know the exact nature of the calcified mass.

I hope this will reduce your tension to some extent.

Please feel free to reach out in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

There is no need to be more concerned. A 3D mammogram does not imply that the condition is more severe; it just gives you better details of the lesion. If the breast tissues are dense, then 3D mammography helps in more specification of the lesion. But your report is not complete, and you cannot rely on this report.

I hope this helps.

Please feel free to reach out in case of further queries.

Thank you.