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Yes i need tow a what is a white spec its showing on the left side of my breast when i did my mamogram?
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No simple : Answer. Gland tissue is white and so are calcifications. The radiologist takes all this into account, in addition to any symptoms/physical exam concerns, when reading the mammogram.
Answered 4/3/2013
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Calcium: When tissues age or when they develop tumors the calcium can settle in the tissue. Calcium shows up white on the x-ray. If the doctor is concerned they will probably have you have a magnified view of this area.
Answered 4/3/2013
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