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Her insurance will not cover a ct scan. she is almost 5 years cancer-free and has found a lump on her breast.

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Dr. David Masiello answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Mamogram.: A Ct scan would not be the appropriate evaluation of a new breast lump. This should be imaged with mamogram, ultrasound followed by a biopsy. Follwoing these tests MRI may be warranted as well as CT scans.

Answered 9/7/2014

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A member asked:

Her insurance will not cover a ct scan. she is almost 5 years cancer-free and has found a lump on her breast.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Masiello answered

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