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Mammo report said asymmetry in left breast middle depth medial region seen on craniocaxudual view only could it be cancerous? nervous &scared help

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Dr. William Harris answered

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Take it seriously: Any asymmetry or irregularity on mammogram should be taken seriously. There are some details that can be reassuring, but biopsy is necessary to assure a spot like this is truly benign.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 8/30/2017

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A member asked:

Mammo report said asymmetry in left breast middle depth medial region seen on craniocaxudual view only could it be cancerous? nervous &scared help

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Harris answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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