BRACA2 and now mri guided breast biopsy

Hi,

I was diagnosed with BRACA2 in december. About 6   weeks ago I had my first breast MRI for monitoring. It came back as there being something suspicious on it. So I was called back for further tests. They did an ultra sound and another mammogram and decided it was a lymph node in a bit of an odd place. I was told it was   nothing to worry about and so I happily went on my   way. Then a week later got a call saying actually after a discussion they have decided they want to do a         biopsy on it using the mammogram. They were unable to get to it very well and I'm not quite sure what happened but they decided not to biopsy it but did put a clip in it. The parting words were "dont lose sleep over it" so I didnt. I was thrilled. Fast forward another week and    they have compared the mammogram with the mri and the lymph node they were looking at is NOT what     was found in the MRI. So I now have to go for a MRI guided biopsy in Bristol ( I live in cornwall). When they talked about the lymph node they said things like "oh it's high up I'll n the skin which is a good thing" but now they are saying its really deep in my breast tissue. So of course I cant help thinking that must be bad!! I know this is a really stupid question but how worrying is this? Does an MRI throw up lots of things that are not cancer? Is there a percentage of MRI guided biopsy that are cancer and that  are not? Its felt like a complete             rollercoaster!

Thanks

Chantelle 

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  • Hello Chonty1982,

    There's no way of knowing at this point and it seems like further tests are needed. When you are worried that you may have cancer, it can be tempting to look for answers, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. The only person that can diagnose you is your doctor so don't be afraid to ask questions. They are there to help. 

    Best wishes,

    Moderator Anastasia

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  • Hello Chonty1982,

    There's no way of knowing at this point and it seems like further tests are needed. When you are worried that you may have cancer, it can be tempting to look for answers, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. The only person that can diagnose you is your doctor so don't be afraid to ask questions. They are there to help. 

    Best wishes,

    Moderator Anastasia

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