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Is it normal to have benign breast calcification surgically removed?
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Usually not: If for sure 'benign'- these calcifications are usually just watched. Now if there are other risk factors, history, etc-then biopsy appropriate.
Answered 8/5/2014
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Breast calcification: Benign breast calcifications do not have indication to be removed surgically.
Answered 8/5/2014
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