Question 1

is it common to have an ultrasound after spot breast mammogram?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound: May be needed to determine the diagnosis of a mass?

Question 2

can i find out if a breast cyst / tumor is malignant through a breast ultrasound and mammogram?

Accepted Answer

Suspicious only: Imaging techniques other than an MRI may be an indication of the level of suspicion for malignancy in the context of several other findings on history and physical examination. However, a diagnosis ultimately requires a biopsy.

Question 3

what is the difference between an ultrasound of breast and a mammogram?

Accepted Answer

Sonar vs Xray: Breast ultrasound use sound waves (i.e. Sonar) and are used to determine if a lump is solid, (usually require biopsy) or a cyst (a fluid containing lesion, usually not requiring biopsy).  Mammograms also detect tumors in the breast and have the advantage of detecting tiny calcification deposits that my be due to cancer.  Both tests work together to find breast cancer.  No test replaces the other.

Question 4

why is a breast mri ordered after having 2 breast ultrasounds and multiple mammogram images done, without a cancer diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

To further: evaluate BREAST PAIN or a BREAST MASS NOT "picked up by US or Mammography....

Suggest strongly that u ask the ordering Physician or Health Care Provider.....
Hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 5

why do a breast ultrasound after a mammogram? does it mean theres something abnormal in my breast, or was the mammogram just not clear? my doctor wont talk to me until after the ultrasound, but im worried now.

Accepted Answer

Your : Your healthcare provider most likely wants to examine some tissue further. Ultrasounds can detect tissue abnormalities using ultrasound. It is prudent to think that further tests are being done because your mammogram showed abnormality that required further testing. 
Trust that your doctor is taking necessary steps in favor of your health.

Question 6

have bilateral breast tenderness for six months.  getting ultrasound and mammogram.  is breast cancer the primary concern with these symptoms.

Accepted Answer

Doubt it: Breast tenderness, particularly bilateral, would be an unlikely presentation of cancer of the breast.  More likely it is painful gynecomastia due to meds or hormonal changes.  That being said, i agree with having it worked out, men can have breast cancer. Hope it turns out well for you.

Question 7

my mammogram and ultrasound all turned out negative but right breast still hurts like crazy..what do i do?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor for: Ask your doctor for help. You will benefit from a pain medication like tylenol (acetaminophen) to start with. In case you have fibrocystic condition in your breast,  Danazol is one medication which can help. But you should see a doctor or an expert who deals with breast diseases.

Question 8

i'm 28 and did ultrasound to my breasts. dr. suggested mammogram as he found an irregular shape in my right breast.is it helpful though i'm too young?

Accepted Answer

Can be helpful: breast cancer is rare in young women, but certainly  not unprecedented. Heed your doctor's advice.

Question 9

i had a mammogram n they found lumps then i had an ultrasound of my breasts n only found mass tissue that wasn't cancerous can tje mass tissue turn int?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely need tests: At 44  yes have to be concerned , if you have any abnormality , will need close observation . Most likely you have thick dense breast tissue , if you have lumps and masses one will feel them which you don't have , you have densities by xray only. Speak to your md will advise you if  need  MRI of breasts or even core needle  biopsy of the area , don't forget to go for follow up visits. Good luck.

Question 10

i have to go for an ultrasound cause of my mammogram, my breasts sometimes hurts, is it more likely to be cysts? just got a job and dont want it ruine

Accepted Answer

Yes: Cancer seldom hurts. Cysts are more likely. They are often made worse by caffeine. 90% of women have fibrocystic beast changes by age 40. The good news is that they don't increase the risk of cancer and get better after menopause.

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Is it common to have an ultrasound after spot breast mammogram?

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Can i find out if a breast cyst / tumor is malignant through a breast ultrasound and mammogram?

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What is the difference between an ultrasound of breast and a mammogram?

A member asked:

Why is a breast mri ordered after having 2 breast ultrasounds and multiple mammogram images done, without a cancer diagnosis?

A member asked:

Why do a breast ultrasound after a mammogram? does it mean theres something abnormal in my breast, or was the mammogram just not clear? my doctor wont talk to me until after the ultrasound, but im worried now.

A member asked:

Have bilateral breast tenderness for six months. getting ultrasound and mammogram. is breast cancer the primary concern with these symptoms.

A member asked:

My mammogram and ultrasound all turned out negative but right breast still hurts like crazy..what do i do?

A member asked:

I'm 28 and did ultrasound to my breasts. dr. suggested mammogram as he found an irregular shape in my right breast.is it helpful though i'm too young?

A member asked:

I had a mammogram n they found lumps then i had an ultrasound of my breasts n only found mass tissue that wasn't cancerous can tje mass tissue turn int?

A member asked:

I have to go for an ultrasound cause of my mammogram, my breasts sometimes hurts, is it more likely to be cysts? just got a job and dont want it ruine

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