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Complex Cysts Questions about complex breast cysts. |
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| 1/24/2012 | I was diagnosed by ultrasound that I have a cluster of tiny cysts in each breast. The ultrasound showed that the cysts were encased in a cyst (?) that had irregular edges to it. The radiologist said that this was not common but did not think it was anything to worry about. He told me to come back in 6 months in order to do another diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound because he said that these cysts weren't considered stable. My mom had breast cancer and my grandmother had breast cancer. Should I get a second opinion and possible biopsy? | ||
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| 1/24/2012 | YES, time for a second opinion particularly since the findings were unusual and you have a significant family history. | ||
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