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Detecting cancer in women with dense breasts: MRI?

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Jun 5 7:54am | Replies (168)

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@nemo1

Hi Jaynep. I had a breast MRI once. I have a history of FNAs both sides. And the density you mention. I’ a sea of cysts on both sides. Fibroadenoma. I get the 3D mammograms. They from what I learned are preferred over the regular mammograms for dense breasts. My MRI lit up white all over. The reports was medical speak so I didn’t get it. I just knew I waited until I didn’t have cycle within so much time or it could render it inconclusive due to xyz. I never requested another MRI. I have a breast surgeon watching me. If she wants it she can request it. Everyone is individual though. What works for one may not for another, but if I were you I’d at least have the 3D mammograms. I think they can detect around 45% more then traditional mammo’s. Good luck and much health to you!

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Thank you @nemo1. I did have a 3D mammo-I didn’t have to ask for it-the surgeon’s office scheduled it. I feel so frustrated because it seems you have to stay on everyone. I saw my onco in Jan and I go every three months. I just realized today that although I was told they would schedule my next appt they have not done so. So more having to call back.

My 3D mammo did not pick up 2 tumors on me … but the MRI did.