My last mammogram 3 years ago was clear. I received a letter back from my lastest mammogram and it requires additional information and have to go to the triple assessment specialist breast clinic. I'm worried sick
A mammogram can sometimes show up an area that the doctors are not sure about, but they can't confirm what it is as more information is needed before a result can be given. This can happen to 4 out of 100 women.
Triple assessment means you may have a check by a doctor or nurse, and you will have a repeat mammogram and possibly an ultrasound scan. Depending on the results, sometimes a biopsy is needed, but not everyone needs to have a biopsy. Most women who get a recall turn out not to have cancer.
Breast Cancer Now have information on their website aboutscreening recall. This gives a little more detail about the points I have mentioned.
Waiting when you are worried is stressful, but hopefully you will know more soon. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.
A mammogram can sometimes show up an area that the doctors are not sure about, but they can't confirm what it is as more information is needed before a result can be given. This can happen to 4 out of 100 women.
Triple assessment means you may have a check by a doctor or nurse, and you will have a repeat mammogram and possibly an ultrasound scan. Depending on the results, sometimes a biopsy is needed, but not everyone needs to have a biopsy. Most women who get a recall turn out not to have cancer.
Breast Cancer Now have information on their website aboutscreening recall. This gives a little more detail about the points I have mentioned.
Waiting when you are worried is stressful, but hopefully you will know more soon. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.
