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For how long after benign lumpectomy scar tissue in the breast tissue itself can develop. after 1 yr 8x2mm hard/rubbery lump in breast. us was normal.

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Scar tissue: and other post surgical changes following lumpectomy can evolve over a year or two, and sometimes longer. If you have a new lump in the same region it could be scar tissue, but not necessarily. It needs to be fully evaluated. Besides ultrasound, mammography and possibly MRI could be needed.

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 6/6/2019

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