This was my reply to Pat Young about how long to wait for a mammogram
after an auto accident. It occurred to me later that others on the list
might find the info interesting and helpful background for all stages of
breast health:

Pat,

I just happen to have handy from the library "Breast Imaging Companion"
by Gilda Cardenosa M.D.

>From the chapter on Fat Necrosis:

"...Nonsuppurative inflammatory process related to trauma or surgery.. .
.

Mammography:
. ..After seatbelt injury, a band-like area of increased density occurs.
If the patient was the driver, findings are localized to the upper inner
or central part of the left breast or the lower inner part of the right
breast. If the patient was a front-seat passenger, findings are localized
to the upper inner part of the right breast or the lower part of the left
breast. . . . Calcifications may develop . . .with regression they may
solidify, the end point being coarse dystrophic calcifications."

Go ahead now and get it, but give a thorough history. The radiologists
can interpret what they see in light of the accident. Past and current
films might be good to compare with  future films.

Jean
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K. Jean Cotterman RNC, IBCLC
Dayton, Ohio USA

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