A 34-year-old female asked:
I am 34 years old with a family history of cancer. i have been for a mammogram and found out that my breasts are very very dense. and they have found an intracellular lymph. they have asked to c me in 6 months. should i be concerned?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Wayne Ingramanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dense breasts: Mammography reading of very dense breasts are like trying to see another car on the road at night in a fog with no lights on. It is more common in under age 40 patients and warrants a return in the 6 month recommended time frame so that the Radiologist can more accurately compare the first mammogram to the new one to see any changes. Please follow through with the recommendation.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
148 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Related questions
A 32-year-old female asked:
Is breast density a risk factor for breast cancer? Mammogram noted "extremely dense breasts".
Dr. Michael Gaboranswered
Diagnostic Radiology 35 years experience
Yes, breast density: is a risk factor for breast cancer. The relative risk for extremely dense breasts is about 4x the relative risk of patients with almost entirely fatt... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
3.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 57-year-old female asked:
Breast heaviness, left breast only. Painful exam. Mammogram 2 small areas dense. Does this mean cancer? Started period at 9, stopped at 56. I am 57
Dr. Joyce Pastoreanswered
Internal Medicine 31 years experience
Breast pain: Breast cancer is generally not painful and has a characteristic mammogram appearance, often with calcifications or stippling. Ask your doctor to inte... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
3.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
View all answers
A 40-year-old female asked:
I just had my first screening mammogram since I turned 40. I have to go back for an ultrasound and unilateral mammogram for dense breasts and asymmetry in my right breast. What are the chances this is cancer, No palpable lumps detected?
Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
It is not feasible to give you odds. The chance of cancer is low. You should follow your doctor's advise for continuing care.
Wish you good health!
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Jul 13, 2022
A 55-year-old female asked:
I had a mammogram today - clear liquid came out one breast when squeezed by machine. I'm 55, on birth control to control menopausal symptoms. I have dense breasts, still menstruating - fibrocysts. No prior cancer. Normal? Tech said yes.
Dr. Stanley Swabyanswered
Obstetrics & Gynecology 28 years experience
Yes: It is not uncommon to have a clear discharge from the nipple if the breast tissue or nipple is compressed (squeeze). Continue doing your mammograms wh... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
76 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 57-year-old female asked:
I received a callback after a recent screening mammogram and breast ultrasound. The area of concern is a 5mm nodular asymmetry in the left breast. Could this be breast cancer or am I overthinking. I have dense breasts?
Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 54 years experience
Impossible to guess the nature of your nodule based upon this information, but it is important to work closely with your doctor. A small biopsy might... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Jun 21, 2021
Last updated Aug 18, 2019
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
$44 video appointments with $19/month membership*
*Billed $57 every 3 months. Cancel anytime.
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.