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Fri Apr 15, 2011 12:11 pm  |
Hi, Everyone, Just got a call from the radiologist's office saying my digital mammogram came back "inconclusive".  I go back Apr. 28 for a redo with the radiologist there on sight. Supposedly, immediately after the redo he will take a good look and discuss with me at that time.
I've heard "inconclusive" results are normal. Anyone dealt with this? Thank you. |
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65 Caucasion, history of acne, sagging, some wrinkling, rough texture. Using Dermawand, AALS, Microderm Machine,Copper Peptides |
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Fri Apr 15, 2011 12:24 pm |
| Mars wrote: |
Hi, Everyone, Just got a call from the radiologist's office saying my digital mammogram came back "inconclusive". I go back Apr. 28 for a redo with the radiologist there on sight. Supposedly, immediately after the redo he will take a good look and discuss with me at that time.
I've heard "inconclusive" results are normal. Anyone dealt with this? Thank you. |
Mars,
Yes it happened to me once, thankfully the radiologist was on sight at the time and they immediately re-did the one side. As it turned out it was nothing more than poor positioning of my breast in the mammogram machine. |
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Fri Apr 15, 2011 12:49 pm |
| Thank you. I'm trying not to worry, but.... |
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65 Caucasion, history of acne, sagging, some wrinkling, rough texture. Using Dermawand, AALS, Microderm Machine,Copper Peptides |
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Fri Apr 15, 2011 12:58 pm |
| Mars wrote: |
| Thank you. I'm trying not to worry, but.... |
I hear you Mars, Queen of worrying myself! I also had it happen with a pap smear one time, and had to wait a month to have another which was fine, I was a bit of a wreck waiting out that month so I know until you hear those results it's hard not to be anxious, just try! I will be waiting for a healthy report!! |
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Fri Apr 15, 2011 6:48 pm |
PLEASE try not to worry! Think back to all those times you worried about something and it turned out to be nothing. I'm sure that worry takes far more of a toll on our health than most things.
I decided this years ago after all that sweat lost being "late" a couple of times, or that one pap test that came back class 2 due to mild infections and they tried to insist on a biopsy. No, please don't spend your time worrying - there's nothing to gain from it! Plus it sounds like this could well be a trivial "positioning" error.. |
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Olive, normal/oily skin. Using rinse-off ocm, Vit C, Tretinoin since Nov/10, GHK since Feb/12, Niacinamide & glucosamine, alternating, & now skipping nights! Concerns include oiliness, hyperpigmentation from occasional zits, 11's & nasolabial folds. |
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Fri Apr 15, 2011 6:54 pm |
I totally agree that worry and stress can and will wreck your health. My mother had breast cancer at the age of 42 in one breast.  At age 76, she had it in the other breast. I'm really trying not to dwell on it.
Thanks you for your support.  |
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65 Caucasion, history of acne, sagging, some wrinkling, rough texture. Using Dermawand, AALS, Microderm Machine,Copper Peptides |
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Fri Apr 15, 2011 7:22 pm |
Well, you're not your mom, but its understandable to make the comparison. And if you are unable to go without a little stress, there's nothing that says you won't be able to shake off any of the effects!
(btw, I don't know whether my unbiased perspective will mean anything to you, but I googled and inconclusive m's honestly don't sound like anything to be concerned about.) |
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Olive, normal/oily skin. Using rinse-off ocm, Vit C, Tretinoin since Nov/10, GHK since Feb/12, Niacinamide & glucosamine, alternating, & now skipping nights! Concerns include oiliness, hyperpigmentation from occasional zits, 11's & nasolabial folds. |
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Fri Apr 15, 2011 8:15 pm |
I had that happen to me about 2 years ago but then it was fine when I went back for additional mammograms. Not sure what happened but I remember being so scared. A mammogram tech once told me that at certain times of the month our breasts have changes in them due to hormone fluctuations, so its not uncommon to get a report like that. My Obgyn sent me for a mammogram last year because she felt small lumps, that turned out to be nothing at all.
I've also had the same with my pap smears, twice, except the last time I had to have LEEP surgery done. I'm fine now and keep myself on the alkaline side as much as I can, staying healthy as much as I can.
I know how worrying this is though... |
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ReAura/Tria Face & Eye, Baby Quasar MD Plus, Derminator (age 4 |
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Sat Apr 16, 2011 11:23 am |
| Wow! What great support! I really appreciate it. |
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65 Caucasion, history of acne, sagging, some wrinkling, rough texture. Using Dermawand, AALS, Microderm Machine,Copper Peptides |
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Sat Apr 16, 2011 11:32 am |
| Mars wrote: |
| Wow! What great support! I really appreciate it. |
Mars,
So many women have been through similar situations, and have friends and family who have also. 9 times out of 10 it turns out to be nothing.
We are here to support one another through whatever no matter we are a bit of a family at EDS, Lord knows we spend enough time together. I am glad you reached out, and we can offer our support and hopefully make you less anxious while waiting!
All my best,
DM |
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Sat Apr 16, 2011 2:17 pm |
| DarkMoon wrote: |
| So many women have been through similar situations, and have friends and family who have also. 9 times out of 10 it turns out to be nothing. |
This is so true - I've been there and the waiting is torture, but hang in there, {{hugs}} |
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Sun Apr 17, 2011 3:05 pm |
| There are other ways to view the breast besides mammogram. I had a suspicious lump years ago and they sent me for two or three other tests. One was an MRI, another was some type of thermogram. |
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Sun Apr 17, 2011 8:29 pm |
Mars,
you can also ask your doctor/radiologist to do ultrasound examination of the breasts. Did they do digital mammogram or film (digital is more precise)? Do they have previous results to compare it with?
You can also ask to speak with the radiologist once they redo the tests. They do not always accommodate, but the nice ones do.
Good luck! |
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Early 50s, Skin: combin.,semi-sensitive, fair with occasional breakouts, some old acne scars, freckles, under-eye wrinkles; Redhead with hazel eyes |
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Mon Apr 18, 2011 7:40 am |
I had a digital mammo.
I will be speaking with the radiologist immmediately after the redo mammo. Thank you!!! |
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65 Caucasion, history of acne, sagging, some wrinkling, rough texture. Using Dermawand, AALS, Microderm Machine,Copper Peptides |
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Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:05 am |
Forgot to say, I did not have previous mammogram film to be compared to this one. I lost them.  |
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65 Caucasion, history of acne, sagging, some wrinkling, rough texture. Using Dermawand, AALS, Microderm Machine,Copper Peptides |
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Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:55 am |
Mars,
you can probably order old film/digital image from the place you had them done before. That office is supposed to keep them for many years ( I believe 7), they may charge you some fee to do a copy, but they usually try to accommodate. It might be helpful if it can be quickly arranged.
Good luck! |
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Early 50s, Skin: combin.,semi-sensitive, fair with occasional breakouts, some old acne scars, freckles, under-eye wrinkles; Redhead with hazel eyes |
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Mon Apr 18, 2011 11:09 am |
| Actually, I checked out my films from the facility where I had them done previously. My husband and I have moved 3 times recently. I can't believe I lost them. |
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Thu Apr 28, 2011 3:36 pm |
HI, EDS Friends! Good news for me today. I had an ultrasound on my right breast. Apparently, my digital mammo revealed a tiny cyst. Anyway, the radiologist said it was nothing to worry about! 
Thank you all so very much for your concern. It really helped me get through the waiting period without too much freaking out! |
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65 Caucasion, history of acne, sagging, some wrinkling, rough texture. Using Dermawand, AALS, Microderm Machine,Copper Peptides |
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Thu Apr 28, 2011 3:47 pm |
| Mars wrote: |
HI, EDS Friends! Good news for me today. I had an ultrasound on my right breast. Apparently, my digital mammo revealed a tiny cyst. Anyway, the radiologist said it was nothing to worry about!
Thank you all so very much for your concern. It really helped me get through the waiting period without too much freaking out! |
Great news Mars!!!!!
Thank you for reporting back, and I am so glad it was nothing to be concerned over!  |
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Thu Apr 28, 2011 4:10 pm |
| THANK YOU! |
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65 Caucasion, history of acne, sagging, some wrinkling, rough texture. Using Dermawand, AALS, Microderm Machine,Copper Peptides |
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Thu Apr 28, 2011 8:51 pm |
Mars,
FANTASTIC news!!!!!!!
So very happy for you!
Best of health to everyone! |
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Early 50s, Skin: combin.,semi-sensitive, fair with occasional breakouts, some old acne scars, freckles, under-eye wrinkles; Redhead with hazel eyes |
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Fri Apr 29, 2011 8:14 pm |
| CHEERS!!!! |
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Sat Apr 30, 2011 10:42 am |
Way to go Mars!!! Very happy to read this. Thanks for letting us know!
And echoing Sigma's words: "Best of health to everyone!" |
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Olive, normal/oily skin. Using rinse-off ocm, Vit C, Tretinoin since Nov/10, GHK since Feb/12, Niacinamide & glucosamine, alternating, & now skipping nights! Concerns include oiliness, hyperpigmentation from occasional zits, 11's & nasolabial folds. |
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