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Re: Breast lump

From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Sun, 19 Aug 2001 22:11:34 -0500 (CDT)

At Sun, 19 Aug 2001, Hannah Brooks, MD wrote: >Thanks Dr. Brroks,

Do you know how much the mammograms and the needle biopsies approximately cost. Iwould like her to get it done if possible. Thanks again. Ella >Dear Ella
>Although a free mammogram and exam are offered through local American
>Cancer Society partnerships, it is often not available to noncitizens.
>You may still call them at 1800 ACS 2345 for information on low cost
>clinics and mammogram facilities in your area. Also, if your mom has
>alump that can be felt a surgeon or radiologist can perform a needle
>biopsy so that you can at least have a rapid, relatively low cost
>answer to your question. This way,your mom can take information back to
>her country for further treatment if that becomes necessary.
>Hannah Brooks,MD,FACS
>
>Date: 08/19/2001 04:29pm
>
>Dear Doctor,
>My 70 yr old mom is visiting USA and has discovered a lump in her
>breast.The lump is round, smooth, red, slightly mobile and painless.It
>is visible externally.It seems that it appeared almost two months ago
>,but she did not tell anybody. From my readings I understand that
>getting a mammogram. ultrasound and biopsy is the way to go.Are these
>kinds of lumps usually benign or malignant?I know her gae is also a
>factor. Could you please give me some information and hope.
>Our second problem is that she has visitors medical insurance which
>only
>covers major medical problems. She needs to get a check up soon. What
>are the resources available in Santa Clara county, CA and can she get a
>free mammogram.I realize this forum may not have the required
>information, but I am hoping somebody accessing the site would lead me
>in the right direction. Your response and help will be highly
>appreciated.

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