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Hello docs, had a breast scan, result: both breast are intensely glandular; ther r multiple fibroglandular thickenings in both breast. meanin pls docs?

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Dr. Paul Velt answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Not to worry: The description sounds like normal breast tissue. When you are young there is more glandular tissue. The fibrous tissue supports the breast glands. From what you say, it sounds like a normal study.

Answered 4/3/2016

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A member asked:

Hello docs, had a breast scan, result: both breast are intensely glandular; ther r multiple fibroglandular thickenings in both breast. meanin pls docs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Velt answered

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