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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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Are Ribociclib and Alpelisib for breast cancer effective?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concerns. Breast cancer is generally characterized by a painless lump in the breast. First, we need to perform a bilateral breast mammogram.

What happens if a breast lump is diagnosed in a mammogram?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. I went through your reports (the attachments removed to protect the patient's identity).

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Dr. Vivek Chail

Dr. Vivek Chail

3D mammography showed calcifications in the right breast. Do I need to worry?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw your mammogram report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Yes, it is very vague, with no information about the size and number of calcified areas.

What does architectural distortion mean at age 65?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Let me read your query carefully. I am going to reply to you shortly. Thank you.

Are there any support groups offering aid for breast cancer?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Several organizations offer financial and emotional support for cancer patients.

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Dr. Sugandh Garg

Dr. Sugandh Garg

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