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On my mammogram it said an assymetry was at a middle depth . what does that mean?
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Area of concern: Asymmetry refers to an area of abnormal density noted by the radiologist on the mammogram. Middle depth refers to the location and the depth of this density (or shaddow) from the skin to the back of the breast or the chest wall. If above description was on your mammogram please follow through with the instructions of the radiologist or your health care provider. There might be need for additional evalaution and possibly a biopsy.
Answered 1/14/2018
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Asymmetry: 'Middle depth' simply refers to the location: approximately midway between the nipple and the chest wall on the mammogram. An asymmetry is a potential abnormalty. You probably need extra mammo views and maybe an ultrasound to sort it out. Most of these turn out to be nothing, but you need to complete the evaluation to be sure.
Answered 1/14/2018
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