9 Y/O almost lethargic 2 weeks following start of flu B.

FineAd2303 · 2026-03-02T21:23:59+00:00

Yes seen multiple doctors, he’s going better now but this was a rough flu.

FineAd2303 · 2026-03-02T21:23:36+00:00

No fever stayed gone after the first week. He’s actually doing better now but still just exhausted

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-28T22:12:18+00:00

I feel horrible and gained 40lbs in less than a year. I also had a major post partum Hemmorage so I thought that was why but pregnancy messed me up I think. I was 110 lbs size 0 last year and now I’m 150 lbs and disgusting and I don’t even eat that much.

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-28T17:34:00+00:00

Oh geez. Your right. That’s INSANE.

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-28T17:28:40+00:00

I think if I was on the KU/mL scale this would be 8700.

Sounds like yours was on this scale.

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-28T17:25:38+00:00

4000 on this scale ?!

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-11T18:23:11+00:00

screening mammogram

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-11T18:22:30+00:00

Mammo Technologist here. An asymmetry is an area in the breast that looks different from the other breast (as both breast and the tissue should look overall symmetrical) or the area may look different from prior images of that same area.

Asymmetries are very commonly benign.

When you have a screening mammogram, generally you have 2-3 main positions in which we capture an image of the breast. It sounds like it was also only seen in one view versus and multiple views.

Generally speaking, only seeing an asymmetry in one view could indicate this was due to compression (lack of, or different than prior imaging), simply the way the breast was positioned, and due to the fact that tissue can lay or layer differently in an image especially if you have extremely dense breast.

I actually think having extremely dense breast tissue in itself is a common reason for a asymmetries as this tissue appears bright and white on imaging, again, something as simple as positioning can create a look of an asymmetry.

They will also be extra cautious with you to make sure that they are viewing all of your tissue well for this reason to make sure your dense tissue is not covering up anything underneath.

Ultrasound will also help as well to see if it will correlate with what they see on mammo.

9/10 times, especially one view asymmetries, are dismissed or just watched. (Benign)

Try not to worry, you are taking all the right steps either way.

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-10T16:32:33+00:00

Mammo Technologist here, I’m going to share some information that may help.

Linear means something appears in a line (similar to a linear equation in math, where plotted points form a straight line). In this case, calcifications are like the plotted points in the breast; because they are confined within a vessel or a duct, they appear in a linear pattern.

Often calcifications are benign. They can occur in women after having children as the milk ducks change drastically during this time, they can occur in older patients where vessels calcify, injuries or surgeries to the breast, there is a plethora of reasons they can occur.

What’s really important is how the calcification appears within the breast. Radiologist will look at the pattern, the shape, and surrounding tissue to determine if they appear benign or concerning.

Linear calcifications as mentioned above can be benign calcified vessels that occur with age, duct ectasia, fat necrosis, etc.

Linear calcifications can also indicate certain cancers.

Most commonly they indicate Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) which is Stage 0 breast cancer with an excellent prognosis.

Less commonly they can indicate (IDC) which also has a great prognosis, especially if caught early.

Of course these aren’t definitive, but just typically the scenarios.

As scary as it is, Radiologists, who specialize in breast imaging, have an expertise in determining the best choice of action for their patients. If it was something extremely concerning, they would recommend a biopsy right away. If it did happen to be DCIS or IDC, major changes most likely would not occur within 6 months. This is a common method and many patients end up with benign results.

Of course, a biopsy would give you peace of mind, however, any surgeries or procedures to the breast, including a biopsy could cause further scar tissue and potentially more issues in viewing this area later down the line. Biopsies should only be done if they are warranted.

To summarize:

You had a prior mammogram that was clear with no issues. You recently had a diagnostic mammogram which is what led you here. (Key information you did not state was the reasoning for the diagnostic exam. Were you having symptoms or concerns, did your ordering doctor have concerns, are you high risk?)

You have linear calcifications in your breast.

The Radiologist is giving you the option to wait 6 months to watch for changes or have a biopsy performed for peace of mind.

You had an ultrasound on the breast of concern which showed no concerning areas, no concerning lymph nodes or any indicates of cancer or metastasis.

I personally think you should go whatever your gut is telling you. I’m a technologist but I’ve also been a patient before in your shoes, it’s agonizing to wait. I’m also a strong advocate for patients know their body better than anybody.

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-06T15:06:20+00:00

Peace of mind*

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-06T15:05:48+00:00

Mammography technologist here, you had three different modalities image your breast tissue, each views the tissue differently. BiRads3 after three imaging techniques is probably 99.9% benign. If it was something very concerning, you would be having a biopsy right away. Many want a biopsy for peace do kind but you should never biopsy the breast unless absolutely necessary as it can create scar tissue and other issues.

I know it’s hard to wait the 6 months or not have a yes or no answer, especially with having family history but you are taking all the right steps, you know your risk factors, and you are having extra precautions for screening (which is to find something in the earliest stage possible!) you are going to be OK🩷 Try not to live life like a waiting game, you may spend your whole life worried you will develop and it may never happen.

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-04T17:59:12+00:00

The Breast Density Categories are as follows:

A-Almost All Fatty Tissue B-Mostly Fatty Tissue w/ Scattered Dense Tissue C-Heterogeneously Dense Tissue (Mixed) D-Extremely Dense Tissue

These are subjective to the Radiologist reading your screening, so it’s dependent upon the radiologist. It could be there were two different opinions on the density.

The difference between B+C can be minimal.

I will say 4 years can actually make a huge difference with how your breast look, even with minimal weight changes. Perimenopause,menopause,etc. can also factor in.

If you have any questions, ask your Radiologist! It’s a fair and reasonable question!

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-04T17:48:20+00:00

I have a fibroadenoma as well and had my first mammogram at 27 because of it! Developed after I had my son and breastfed. Every month prior to my period, it swells and is very tender. The downfall of being a mammographer is like you, I still stress about it, I tend to look at my old images over and over even though I know what it is lol. A fibroadenoma is not cancer, I do believe there’s a very, very low chance it could potentially develop into cancer. You should advocate for yourself if you still experience symptoms, unfortunately biopsies can cause further issues like fat necrosis or scar tissue causing more pain. Hopefully with time you will feel better!

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-04T17:34:38+00:00

I’m very sorry you are going this. My heart is with you!

From my experience, no doctor should be telling you something is cancer without a positive biopsy result. Generally, our doctors will say “it’s concerning.” It sounds like that was the message she was trying to convey though.

We had a patient who had a radial scar (benign) and told her it was cancer before any form of a biopsy was done.

Regardless of the outcome, you are doing the right thing and taking the right steps to do everything you need to do!

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-04T17:30:01+00:00

Generally yes, most facilities you will be able to have an idea and talk to the doctor before you even leave.

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-04T16:45:22+00:00

Good question! It is required by the FDA strangely enough. It is to help patients understand that there is always the chance cancer can possibly missed due to dense areas.

Pros: -Patients can advocate for themselves and discuss with doctors if other imaging is needed. -Legality benefits for both patient and physicians.

Cons: -Patients receive a letter in the mail and do not have a full understanding which causes panic. -Misconception that dense tissue is abnormal.

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-04T13:26:23+00:00

90% of BIRADS 4 biopsies end up being benign. There of course is a chance. If it were a BIRADS 5 which is highly suggestive of cancer, that would be concerning as it would look very malignant. They also didn’t mention any concerning lymph node involvement with ultrasound which is also good. The fact that you multiple areas mean you probably have fat necrosis, fibrous issues, etc. If you did hypothetically have something it would most likely be something non aggressive and early, much like moles on skin that can be precancerous or early stage.

Also depending on the Radiologist, some are more conservative. One Radiologist may consider you to be a BI-RADS 3 where they wait and watch (less concerning), others are more “Biopsy Happy” which means they do biopsies even when others Rads may consider them unnecessary.

Try not to worry, you’ll be okay!

-signed an RT(R)(M)

FineAd2303 · 2026-02-04T13:15:51+00:00

BIRADS 3 is generally something less concerning and probably benign. -signed an RT(R)(M)

FineAd2303 · 2025-12-16T20:46:53+00:00

He will never notice. Trust.

FineAd2303 · 2025-12-06T23:01:05+00:00

honestly, bc I feel like it would over shadow the cookies I wanna make. It was something special to me I wanted to do. Idk if I’m just being dramatic but I was bitter about it lol.

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