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daisya | 16:05 Wed 21st Nov 2012 | Health & Fitness
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Is there any way a consultant radiologist can "diagnose" breast cancer from the results of looking at a mamogram and doing a scan of the area? What would you think if that consultant said, "it doesn't look benign"? I am asking on behalf of a close family member. Thanks for your input.
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Well he has given as his opinion that "it doesn't look benign" and yes, my experience is that while they cannot be definite without a biopsy, an experienced clinician can tell a lot from the imaging. Sorry, I imagine that's not what you want to hear.
I'm no expert (where's Sqad, he'll know) but I can only thnk that through his/her experience in looking at mammograms the consultant thought it had a malignant appearance by shape, etc.
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Thank you, no it's not the news I wanted to hear but I did ask...we're now awaiting biopsy report and not looking forward to the 7 - 10 day wait...I think that's too long but know nothing at all about how it all works.
think it would take a biopsy for that !
And there lies the problem.....can an X-ray appearance be diagnostic of cancer. Answer......Yes.

But can it be wrong......answer Yes.

Biopsy is mandatory.

Does that help?
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Thanks sqad yes it does help, my mind was that until biopsy result comes in then really they can't confirm. I guess that's why the radiologist said, "I don't think it looks benign"...not committing herself...so it's playing the waiting game and I must say it's hell just as it is for many who do the same.
been there daisya sending some prayers for your family.
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Thank you woof...that's really nice of you. Must say I need all the vibes I can get, it's taking its toll at the moment and no doubt you will understand that. Thank you x
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I just wanted to update this for the kind souls who answered. The diagnosis is breast cancer stage 2 and they want to do a mastectomy. I don't want to look it all up as I can't face it at this minute. I'm devastated to say the least, I don't know how she will cope but probably better than me atm though at least I'm here for her. Thanks for your help.
Daisya....so very sorry. All my thoughts and love. Gx
The care is wonderful if it's any consolation. Good luck. It's not the end of the world. Me and Kylie are here to prove that. :)
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Thank you gness that's really nice of you x
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Thanks mojo I am trying to be positive, she's never ill, always keeps going so this is a tremendous shock, out of the blue. I know it's not always bad news and it's reassuring to know when others confirm it, so thank you for your words of support. x
Daisy, much love to your family member and indeed all the family as it affects all - treatment is so much improved. In my prayers.♥
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I'm not going to lie to you Daisy, it's not easy but she has you, so that's a good thing. I hope it all goes well for you I truly do x
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Thanks everyone, such kind support when I need it most. I'll keep you posted when I can x
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Just wanted to say as an update, she is having a mastectomy tomorrow and I am so nervous about it. Goodness knows what she is going through tonight but we have a wonderful family who is supporting her as we will be throughtout this dreadful ordeal. I thought you might like to know how things are going, thanks for reading.

Daisy
Daisy, thanks for the update - we'll be thinking of you and your family member tonight and tomorrow ♥

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