“How large do hypoechoic lesions get?”
I am 47 years old, and breast cancer runs in my family. So recently, I had a routine mammogram done with some abnormal results. The doctor found a 'hypoechoic lesion', which he basically described as a big dark spot. What does it mean that I have this lesion? Will it continue to grow? What can we do about it?
3 Answers
Big dark spot is more descriptive and need to be taken in context. That said, you need to follow up with your doc for close monitoring and take any recommendations seriously much so given your family history.
In most cases this represents a fluid filled cyst. Most of these are benign but this just begs to have an ultrasound. It is definitely something that you do not want to ignore.
A hypoechoic nodule, sometimes called a hypoechoic lesion is seen on breast imaging, that appears darker than the surrounding tissue. Spot compression views or ultrasound is done for follow up, if they are normal then a short interval follow up is recommended if needed.
Make an appointment with your OBGyn to discuss more if needed.
Stay healthy!
Make an appointment with your OBGyn to discuss more if needed.
Stay healthy!
