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What could 'additional testing needed' mean after a routine mammogram?
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Talk 2 Ur Doctor: Can mean alot of things. Could be a return 2 Mammo facility for some additional views or an ultrasound. Most of the time extra views show that area in question is not important. Occasionally based on additional images or perhaps an ultrasound, an aspiration (for a cyst) or even a biopsy may be suggested. Talk to your doctor about the findings and if necessary the Radiologist who read the mammogram
Answered 12/29/2016
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More detail.: That usually means that the Radiologist is not comfortable enough with the routine views obtained in the standard mammogram, whatever that may mean. It does not guarantee cancer, so don't worry about that right now. The Radiologist would usually call you back for additional images - a more comprehensive mammogram - or maybe a breast ultrasound or MRI (depending on family history of breast cancer)
Answered 5/7/2018
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