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Mammography Result Asymmetry And Denseness In Left Breast
Mammogram
Normal Values
Breast tissue that shows no signs of a mass or
What abnormal results mean
Most abnormal findings on a screening mammogram turn out to be benign or nothing to worry about. However, any new findings or changes must be further evaluated.
A radiology doctor may see the following types of findings on a mammogram:
- A well-outlined, regular, clear spot (this is more likely to be a noncancerous condition such as a cyst)
- Masses or lumps
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