Repeat biopsy

Recently had my first mammogram and was recalled because they wanted to conduct further tests.  I was told the mammogram indicated a suspected benign fibroadenoma approx 1".

I had an MRI scan and biopsy to confirm this however having returned for the biopsy results I have been told the sample showed normal tissue. 

I have now been asked to attend tomorrow for a further biopsy as this isn't the result they expected. 

Has anyone else been recalled for a 2nd biopsy?

I wish I'd not bothered with the mammogram in the first place as I now don't trust the result. 

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  • Welcome to the forum Pick10 although I'm sorry for the reason you've joined us.

    Being recalled is actually quite common and hopefully some of those members who have had a second biopsy will be along soon to share their advice and experiences with you.

    You can also use the 'search forum' option in the blue bar above to join in on any discussions that are similar to your own but our cancer nurses will be around next week if you'd like to have a chat with them about this. They're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Kind regards, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • I hv just been referred 4 a second biopsy 

  • Hi Afox and welcome to the forum.

    I noticed you've commented on a discussion that hasn't been active since April 2019 so unfortunately you may not hear back from the members who have posted here but you can join in on more recent discussions about this when using the 'search forum' option in the purple bar above.

    You can also start your own discussion but if you have any questions about being referred for a second biopsy then our cancer nurses are available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I hope this helps and the results from your second biopsy bring good news.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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    Hi Afox,

    Unfortunately, it is not that unusual to have to have a second biopsy. There are a number of different reasons for this and not all of them are bad news. Sometimes things are just not as clear as your care team would like them to be and you may need another biopsy to clarify things. As Steph has suggested, you might find it helpful to discuss this with the nurses on this site.

    Do you have a date for your next biopsy yet? I sincerely hope that all turns out well for you.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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    Hi Afox,

    Unfortunately, it is not that unusual to have to have a second biopsy. There are a number of different reasons for this and not all of them are bad news. Sometimes things are just not as clear as your care team would like them to be and you may need another biopsy to clarify things. As Steph has suggested, you might find it helpful to discuss this with the nurses on this site.

    Do you have a date for your next biopsy yet? I sincerely hope that all turns out well for you.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

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