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Mammogram Question? What is this ?

 
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musella
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PostPosted: Fri Oct 31, 2008 7:31 pm    Post subject: Mammogram Question? Reply with quote
I'm a new poster here with a question. Despite having mammograms yearly since the age of 44 (I'm now 54), I'm not sure how much of the "armpit" area is included. I have recently noticed a lump on my right about half way (on a diagonal) between my breast and my armpit. It can be tricky to locate at times and I really don't think it's anything serious as it feels smooth and round. I do have very dense breasts. I had a core biopsy done on the same breast, upper & outer quadrant, some years ago that was benign. Anyway my regular screening mammo is in Dec. and I was wondering if this area between the breast and the armpit will be covered? Thanks!
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Cindy
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PostPosted: Sat Nov 29, 2008 4:47 pm    Post subject: Re: Mammogram Question? Reply with quote
It would be very difficult to include the area of the armpit in the mammo. I don't think they can get that close. If there is a lump there, however, it will need to be addressed. Just let them know. Maybe they will send you for ultrasound. Good luck with everything.
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