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Medical Conditions - Breast Calcifications

Breast calcification is the calcium deposits within the breast tissue. They appear as small white flakes on a mammogram (breast cancer screening tool). They are usually harmless but can cause the formation of abnormal cells if neglected for a long time. Microcalcifications and macrocalcifications are two types of breast calcifications. It is caused due to breast injury, infection, or breast cysts.

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