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I have two lumps on my right breast. went to doctor and will have a diagnostic mammogram done but in 5 weeks?

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Sounds too long: If you have new breast masses, you should have the mammogram +/- breast ultrasounds asap. Ask your physician to call the mammogram center to see if s/he can get you in sooner. Also, ask the mammography unit to put you on their wait lists in case any one cancels. I would also recommend seeing a breast surgeon for evaluation as well.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Michael Zadeh answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Get a Biopsy: Waiting 5 weeks for a mammogram is unacceptable in my practice. If these are lumps that you can feel then there is no reason why you cannot be referred to a general surgeon who can take a core biopsy of the lumps.

Answered 12/20/2011

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See breast surg: 5 weeks is not an appropriate interval. A breast surgeon will understand this and often will workin a new patient w/ a lump within 24-48hrs. Any breast surgeon should have breast ultrasound in their practice as an extension of the physical exam which can often immediately tell if something is cystic (benign) vs solid. Even if a mmg is desired, in most metro areas, it should take only 1-2 days.

Answered 3/30/2016

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Lumps: That sounds like too long of a wait. You can try calling different mammo centers, you will likely find one that will take you much sooner.

Answered 7/5/2014

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