I too had microcalcifications which were classified with a BiRad of 4c-. That is, very suspicious and biopsy was recommended. One dr said 40% cancer, another said 30% cancer before the results came back . 10 days later results were Cancer- Ductal carcinoma in situ. .You can get a Lot of info from American Cancer society, internet, local library. I believe DCIS is the most common kind of breast cancer. I had simple mastectomy with no reconstruction,healed well, no radiation or chemo. 5 years later so far, okay, I wear a prosthesis in the bra. and saw my oncologist every 3 months more for emotional support than any other reason as I live alone and friends and family were not supportive- claimed it was my fault and only wanted to look down my blouse.

Seasons greetings! First, as you may know, cancer is a very personalized disease; every situation is different. In my case in 2008 I had a biopsy on my right breast because of the calcification deposits. No malignant cells were found at that time. In 2016 they did another biopsy with no malignant findings. In Oct 2019 I had another sketchy mammogram so another biopsy. This time I was diagnosed with DCIS. Apparently these deposits can be common in women with dense breasts. Try not to worry (easier said than done, right?). Just stay on top of it and enjoy the holiday season.

My radiologist is in Kissimmee. I like him also. Glad that you are enjoying your pool. It’s been to cool for me to swim but I do love the pool. I know where life bridge church is. We go to Holy Family in Dr Phillips.

I had calcifications which biopsed as benign. 10 years later BC. Microcalcifications common with dense breasts like mine. They test because sometimes DCIS.

Calcifications are common, especially in women 50 and older. Of the two types, microcalcifications are the ones that cause the most concern because of the cluster pattern that could indicate precancerous cells or early breast cancer. Micros that cluster usually call for another mammo, ultrasound or biopsy. Needle biopsies are less painful and invasive, but can be inconclusive and often require a follow-up surgical biopsy, especially if you have dense breast tissue. In my case, my breast tissue was dense, with a history of misleading images, and my surgeon and obgyn both thought a needle biopsy wouldn't provide conclusive info. So we opted to go straight to the surgical biopsy, which showed no cancer or precancerous cells.

So, as @A MyBCTeam Member said, get it checked out and give yourself peace of mind. My micros were noticed just before Christmas, and I had to wait until 2 days after Christmas for the surgical biopsy. Not knowing if I had cancer caused the worst "pre-chemo" Christmas holiday of my life, but on New Year's Eve, my surgeon called me to let me know everything was fine. Anything that causes you or any member of your care team to be concerned should be checked out. Good news or bad, you at least gain peace of mind or early warning of something that can be dealt with long before it develops into a bigger problem. You GOT this! And we are here for you whenever you need us. Much love to you!

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