Follow up Mammogram after contrast MRI

Hi, I've had a letter requesting me to have further tests after a breast MRI. The letter says "further tests will be carried out including a mammogram". The letter also says that they need more information and 1 in 10 women screened will need to go back for more tests. Is this normal? Or should I be concerned? I've not been asked for a follow up before. I'm trying to stay very calm and assume it is quite usual, but as a BRCA2 patient my mind is doing flips now. 

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Bonita although I'm sorry for the reason you're joining us.

    As your letter rightly states, call backs are very common so try not to panic or let your worries get the better of you if you can.

    Much easier said than done, I know, but a lot of our members have been in this situation so will understand what you're going through and hopefully hearing about their experiences will help put your mind at ease. You can also join in on other discussions about this topic by using the 'search forum' tool in the purple bar above.

    I hope this helps and all goes well at your next appointment.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator