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Shawnee123 · 09-22-2006, 11:17 AM

I have heard that ultrasounds are way more effective in detecting early breast cancer than mammograms, but since it is more expensive the insurance companies won't cover it as the first stop. (I am refraining from my usual rant about insurance and medicaid covering viagra...and they don't test for testicular cancer by smashing a guys balls flat in a machine.)

My mother is a long time breast cancer survivor, thanks to early detection, and only needed a lumpectomy.

My guess is that your docs saw something slightly irregular and want to be sure, which means even if there is anything...it's way early.

I hope you find out soon, and I hope you take peace in knowing that it will most likely be benign. Better to be sure. Please keep us informed.

09-22-2006, 11:17 AM	#4
Shawnee123 Why, you're a regular Alfred E Einstein, ain't ya? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 21,206	I have heard that ultrasounds are way more effective in detecting early breast cancer than mammograms, but since it is more expensive the insurance companies won't cover it as the first stop. (I am refraining from my usual rant about insurance and medicaid covering viagra...and they don't test for testicular cancer by smashing a guys balls flat in a machine.) My mother is a long time breast cancer survivor, thanks to early detection, and only needed a lumpectomy. My guess is that your docs saw something slightly irregular and want to be sure, which means even if there is anything...it's way early. I hope you find out soon, and I hope you take peace in knowing that it will most likely be benign. Better to be sure. Please keep us informed. __________________ A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones who need the advice. --Bill Cosby