What is Breast biopsy?
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In breast biopsy, a small tissue of the abnormal growth is obtained and tested. This is usually done to aid in the diagnosis of breast cancer.
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How do members experience Breast biopsy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic assessment | 19 | 5 | |
| Breast lump(s) | 5 | 3 | |
| Breast cancer | 2 | 2 | |
| Acne breakout | 1 | 0 | |
| Cancer worries | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Lump on left breast | 1 | |
| Whole body pain | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 3 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 3 | |
| None | 2 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Dec 01, 2008
- Perceived effectiveness for observation and tests: Major
- Side effects: Severe
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