Can scan results differ from biopsy results?

Quick background: lump on left breast, swollen with inversion/discoloured areola/nipple for the past couple of weeks.

GP examination and referred to breast clinic. My appointment this morning consisted of an ultrasound, mammogram then another  ultrasound for 2nd opinion.

Consultant has said pretty certain the lump is benign but I need to return for biopsy next week and take antibiotics in meantime. 

Has anyone elses biopsies been a different outcome to scans? More waiting and worry, but bless our NHS for how thorough and caring the staff are.

  • That's great news about the lump Minimum but understandably your mind won't be at ease until the biopsy results come back to confirm.

    I'm sure some of our members will pop by soon to share their experiences with you but if you can try to stay busy and distract yourself whilst you wait.

    Kind regards, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator