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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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I had 3D mammo and all was shown to be fine. Since my first bout w/ DCIS and having a lumpectomy, I had always had my surgeon check my breasts yearly along with mammograms.
I moved out of state so 4 years didn’t have a surgeon check my breasts. I finally got proactive and found one. This Dr was very proactive and recommended a MRI due to dense tissue. The MRI found my cancer. I always now tell women to have an MRI done alternating with mammograms, if they have family history and/or concerns. We all have to be proactive in our own health. Thank you all for sharing your knowledge & experiences. Blessings

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mdr3 | @mdr3 | Mar 31, 2023

Yes, alternating mammograms with MRI is now standard of care for high risk. This is a relatively new thing, but such a good idea - nerve wracking as it may be.

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