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Expert: - 8/27/2008


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My mamogram in July came out a Bi-Rad 4 on my right breast.  I had a Stereotactic core biopsy it didn't show anything but fatty tissue.  My Gyn doctor was satisfied with this.  The Radiology Dr. was not.  Apparently they had a heated discussion and now have decided that I will have an MRI.  This will take place 9-5.  My question is should this show something diffinite?  I am caught between these two doctors.  I just want to know 100% either way.  Should I press for another kind of test to make sure if the MRI isn't 100%?

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I agree with the radiology dr. If you have seen something that looks like BIRAD 4 and the biopsy just shows fat then it is probable that the biopsy did not hit the right spot. An MRI breast scan is probably the best thing you can do right now. If anything unclear or pathological is seen a new biopsy should be done! Good luck!

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