Recall after “unclear” mammogram

I’m about to turn 56 and on HRT. Had my 3rd post 50 mammogram 3 weeks ago and just got the letter recalling me.All the letter says is results are unclear. Hopeful that might mean images are blurry as I do think I moved a bit and there was a bit of faffing. But accompanying standard leaflet suggests there is an area of concern. Can I find out the reason for the “unclear”? Worried to bits to the extent I’m postponing my holiday so as to make appointment on 22nd

  • Hi there.  Like you I was recalled following a mammogram & was out of my mind with worry.  I was offered an appointment whilst I was due to be on holiday so I rang numerous times every day to try to get a cancellation as I didn’t want to go away with this hanging over me.  Luckily, I managed to get one prior to my holiday & everything was fine.  Mine turned out to be a ‘spot’- just a normal spot you can get anywhere on your body but because it was a change from my previous mammogram it was highlighted as a reason for further checks.  It’s worth noting that the majority of recalls (like mine) turn out not to be cancer.  The equipment is so sensitive it picks up the slightest change from the previous one.  If you are able to get a cancellation it’s worth making yourself a nuisance & ringing every day so that you can go away on holiday without the worry of not knowing what has caused the recall.  Best wishes to you & I hope that like the majority of people recalled you will be fine. 

  • Thanks so much for replying and that’s very reassuring to hear your story. I phoned the clinic as soon as it opened and now have an appointment tomorrow morning so will fly out later in the week. 

  • That’s great that you have your appointment tomorrow.  The not knowing is the worst so to be able to go on holiday with that clarity is good news.  Let us know how you get on.  There will always be someone on this forum who has had a similar experience & talking to others is definitely a help.  Good luck & hope it all goes well.  Take care xx