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Re: Breast Lump Question

From: Dr (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 30 May 1998 13:18:55 -0500 (CDT)


At Fri, 29 May 1998, Anissa wrote: >
> I need some answers or reassurance for my terrified aunt.
>My aunt found a painful, movable lump Wednesday, saw doctor Thursday,
>and several tests were run. They tried to aspirate the lumps but did
>not withdraw any fluid and the ultrasound showed traces of blood. The
>blood really scared her even though they said pain in a lump was a good
>sign. She is close to 50 and had a histerectomy years ago. Any
>suggestions? She is not sleeping due to worrying about the results to
>her biopsy and mammogram. THANKS.
--

Don't panic until you have the diagnosis. In most cases tumors, lumps (especially painful) are something else than cancers.

--
Bernard Cristalli MD CNGOF
AIHP - ACCA
Paris - France
http://www.obgyn.net/corresp/cristalli.htm

note: Opinions here are for educational purposes only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your own physician. It cannot take the place of an examination.






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