M5 Mammogram Score

I found a lump in my right breast a few weeks ago. Wasn't overly worried - I've had 3 fibroidadenomas removed years ago and very much expected this to be the same. Had mammogram and ultrasound done followed by a few biopsies. Following this the doctor took me in a room and said the results were "very worrying" calcifications were present on the mammogram and also the size of the lump actually showed up differently on both (measuring 36mm on ultrasound and 70 mm on mammogram?!) Anyway I left v worried.

I've sine received a copy of my clinical notes and my mammogram has been rated M5. The ultrasound doesn't seem to have a rating at all. Is this defintley cancer or is there a chance it's not? How often are mammogram results wrong? I do get my biopsy results on Thursday which I know isn't overly far away but honestly feels like forever at the moment!

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  • Hi KJ1964,

    A very warm welcome to our forum.

    I am sorry that you have received this classification, without any explanation. I am not a doctor, just someone who has had breast cancer. I understand that this is suggestive of a malignancy. Have you been contacted for any further tests. It is likely that you may have a biopsy, to determine whether or not there is any cancer present. Did you manage to get in touch with your support team this afternoon? Hopefully, they have been able to give you further clarification.

    Although I know how worrying this is, try not to panic. Cancer treatments have come a long way in recent years. I have had 2 bouts, but that was all 14 years ago now and I still lead a busy and fulfilling life.

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

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx