Non-mass enhancement (NME) on an MRI can sometimes be a false positive, but it is not always the case. False positives occur when benign growths or abnormalities are mistakenly believed to be cancerous. Further tests, such as repeated X-rays, breast ultrasounds, or biopsies, are usually needed to clarify the result before Show Full Answer

Non-mass enhancement (NME) on an MRI can sometimes be a false positive, but it is not always the case. False positives occur when benign growths or abnormalities are mistakenly believed to be cancerous. Further tests, such as repeated X-rays, breast ultrasounds, or biopsies, are usually needed to clarify the result before any treatment is recommended. It's important to discuss your specific MRI findings with your doctor to determine the next steps.

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