After Breast MRI
After the procedure, a radiologist will review your breast MRI scan, interpret the image, and submit the findings to your doctor. Your doctor will review the findings of the radiologist, make a clarification and contact you to discuss your final result. Your doctor might have to schedule a follow-up appointment.
The images on the scan are black and white. Tumors may appear as bright white spots. The white spot is due to the contrast dye indicating that there is an enhanced cell activity in that area.
If your results indicate that you have a cancerous mass, your doctor will order a biopsy as a follow-up test. This will help confirm if the mass or lump is cancerous or not.
Conclusion
A breast MRI scan is a simple procedure that is done to help diagnose any condition in the breast. It involves the use of magnets and radio waves to check if there are any abnormalities in the breast. The procedure should only be done by a professional healthcare provider and all the right precautions should be taken to avoid any issues. Discuss with your doctor your options before you decide to have an MRI scan.
References
[1] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/breast-cancer/
[2] https://www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer/screening-tests-and-early-detection/breast-cancer-signs-and-symptoms.html
[3] https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_info/mammograms.htm
[4] https://www.cancer.net/navigating-cancer-care/diagnosing-cancer/tests-and-procedures/biopsy
[5] https://www.openmricenters.net/