Bilateral focal asymmetry mammogram

Question

Had diagnostic mamm. told because biltateral focal assymetey. Did 3d mamm, left breast fine, they did right breast ultrasound also. Tech did real quick exam, radiologist back with results in less then 5 minutes said looked good come back in year. 3d mamm tech said that original mamm noted tissue changes so thats reason for call back, most liky scar tissue. Had reduction 10 years ago, all mamms done at same place past 10 years. Never call back before. Can scar tissue now show up after 10 years?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, scar tissue can be present at any time after surgery. The best thing is that you seem to have consistency in where you have gotten mammograms which means they can follow changes over time. In addition, a well trained radiologist will easily be able to pick up suspicious areas and if there is any concern, they will perform biopsy of this area. #PlasticSurgery #BreastReduction #Mammogram

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Yes, your scar tissue can show up.  There are only two tissues that heal in the body without scar tissue: liver and bone.  All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

David Finkle, MD · Answer

Mammograms can be safely and accurately performed after breast reduction surgery.  The surgery does cause scar tissue in the breast, so it is best to let the mammogram technician know this before the procedure.  It doesn't make the mammogram harder to read, just different!  In fact, most women after breast reduction, state that the mammograms are easier because of the removal of so much breast tissue that was interferring with the mammogram.

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Bilateral focal asymmetry mammogram

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