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Breast Ultrasound Report - Summary & Next Steps

Patient: Yasmin S, 62F | Date: 02/06/2026 | GG Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram

What the Report Shows

Right breast: A previously known hypoechoic lesion (already documented before this scan) is now measured at 6.2 x 3 mm at the 9 o'clock position. Importantly, it now shows hyperechoic areas within it - the radiologist says this is most likely an intramammary lymph node or a tiny fibroadenoma - both of which are benign (non-cancerous) findings.
  • No duct dilatation
  • Axilla and retroareolar regions: normal
  • No significant lymph node enlargement in the armpit
Left breast: Completely normal - no lesions found.

What is US-BIRADS 3?

BI-RADS 3 = "Probably Benign"
This is a standardized radiology classification by the American College of Radiology. Category 3 means:
  • The lesion has features most consistent with a benign (non-cancerous) finding
  • The probability of malignancy is less than 2%
  • It is NOT suspicious enough to require biopsy right now

Recommended Next Step: Short-interval follow-up ultrasound

Per standard guidelines for US-BIRADS 3:
  1. Repeat breast ultrasound in 6 months - This is the standard recommendation for BIRADS 3. The purpose is to confirm that the lesion remains stable (same size, same appearance) over time.
  2. Then follow-up again at 12 months and 24 months - If the lesion is stable at all three follow-ups, it can be downgraded to BIRADS 2 (benign) and routine annual screening resumes.
  3. Biopsy is NOT required at this stage - unless the lesion grows or changes character on follow-up scans, or if the patient or doctor is very anxious about it.
  4. Continue routine mammography - especially at age 62, annual mammogram screening is recommended alongside the ultrasound follow-ups.

Key Points to Tell the Doctor

  • The lesion has been seen previously (this is a follow-up scan, not a first finding)
  • It has hyperechoic foci within it now - the radiologist specifically mentions this suggests an intramammary lymph node (a normal tiny gland inside breast tissue) or a fibroadenoma (a common, benign breast lump)
  • At 6.2 x 3 mm, it is very small
  • There is no sign of spread - the armpit lymph nodes are normal bilaterally

When to Seek Urgent Review

Go back to the doctor sooner (before 6 months) if:
  • You feel a new lump or the existing lump grows or becomes hard
  • There is nipple discharge (especially bloody)
  • Skin changes over the breast (dimpling, redness, puckering)
  • Axillary (armpit) swelling develops
Bottom line: This is a reassuring report. The finding is likely benign and the recommended action is a follow-up ultrasound in 6 months with the referring doctor (Dr. Ansar P.P.). No surgery or biopsy is needed at this stage.
This information is for educational purposes. Please consult the treating physician (Dr. Ansar P.P.) who referred this scan for personalized medical advice and to confirm the follow-up plan.
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