Guest guest Posted December 8, 2006 Report Share Posted December 8, 2006 Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks everyone for letting me share this with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Hi Dawna, My understanding is that a nipple that becomes inverted is a sign that something is wrong. I had one breast that had an inverted nipple from birth, which was not suppose to be a sign of cancer, but ironically, that breast developed cancer. I think that is some statistic that women are more likely to develop cancer on their left breast. " A nipple that has always been turned inward (inverted) is usually not a medical concern and typically doesn't need treatment. However, if a nipple that's not normally inverted turns inward, it should be checked by a doctor. A newly inverted nipple can be a sign of a serious underlying condition, such as cancer. A doctor will likely recommend further testing to rule out cancer of the nipple or nipple area. Other causes of an inverted nipple include: Breast surgery involving the nipple or the areola, the dark skin around the nipple Infection of the ducts beneath the areola (periductal mastitis) Widening (dilation) or inflammation of the milk ducts beneath the nipple (mammary duct ectasia) " Dawna Winkler wrote on 12/8/2006, 11:02 PM: > Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. > However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a > mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was > normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for > another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant > something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I > haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very > scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks > everyone for letting me share this with you. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Dawna, How long has your nipple been like this? Has your family doctor or gynecologist ever seen it? It is possible it could be cancer. If you get the same answer from this mammo I would still seek another opinion. I would go to a breast specialist or even an oncologist. Please keep us posted on the results. I will keep you in my prayers. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Life http://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.html BreastCancerStories.com http://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/ Angel Feather Loomer www.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.com Check out my other ornaments at www.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.html Lots of info and gifts at: www.cancerclub.com Hi everyone. I'm new. Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks everyone for letting me share this with you. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.15/580 - Release Date: 12/8/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Dawna, How long has your nipple been like this? Has your family doctor or gynecologist ever seen it? It is possible it could be cancer. If you get the same answer from this mammo I would still seek another opinion. I would go to a breast specialist or even an oncologist. Please keep us posted on the results. I will keep you in my prayers. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Life http://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.html BreastCancerStories.com http://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/ Angel Feather Loomer www.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.com Check out my other ornaments at www.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.html Lots of info and gifts at: www.cancerclub.com Hi everyone. I'm new. Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks everyone for letting me share this with you. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.15/580 - Release Date: 12/8/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Dawna, How long has your nipple been like this? Has your family doctor or gynecologist ever seen it? It is possible it could be cancer. If you get the same answer from this mammo I would still seek another opinion. I would go to a breast specialist or even an oncologist. Please keep us posted on the results. I will keep you in my prayers. Hugs nne Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Life http://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.html BreastCancerStories.com http://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/ Angel Feather Loomer www.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.com Check out my other ornaments at www.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.html Lots of info and gifts at: www.cancerclub.com Hi everyone. I'm new. Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks everyone for letting me share this with you. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.15/580 - Release Date: 12/8/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Dawna, I had a very slightly retracted nipple for years. Nothing ever showed up on mammogram. Last January I noticed that the nipple was retracted a bit more so. Mammography missed a 2.4 cm carcinoma. It was picked up on ultra sound. Even when I went for a diagnostic work up it did not show up on a digital CAD read mammogram. If you have dense tissue a carsinoma can hide quite nicely and even feel like the breast tissue. Absolutely insist on an ultra sound and a Breast MRI if necessary. The size of the tumor that was removed was the same size as what showed up on the MRI. Good luck. Ruth > www.cancerclub.com > Hi everyone. I'm new. > > > Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. > However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a > mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was > normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for > another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant > something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I > haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very > scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks > everyone for letting me share this with you. > > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.15/580 - Release Date: 12/8/2006 > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Dawna, I had a very slightly retracted nipple for years. Nothing ever showed up on mammogram. Last January I noticed that the nipple was retracted a bit more so. Mammography missed a 2.4 cm carcinoma. It was picked up on ultra sound. Even when I went for a diagnostic work up it did not show up on a digital CAD read mammogram. If you have dense tissue a carsinoma can hide quite nicely and even feel like the breast tissue. Absolutely insist on an ultra sound and a Breast MRI if necessary. The size of the tumor that was removed was the same size as what showed up on the MRI. Good luck. Ruth > www.cancerclub.com > Hi everyone. I'm new. > > > Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. > However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a > mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was > normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for > another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant > something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I > haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very > scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks > everyone for letting me share this with you. > > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.15/580 - Release Date: 12/8/2006 > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Dawna, I had a very slightly retracted nipple for years. Nothing ever showed up on mammogram. Last January I noticed that the nipple was retracted a bit more so. Mammography missed a 2.4 cm carcinoma. It was picked up on ultra sound. Even when I went for a diagnostic work up it did not show up on a digital CAD read mammogram. If you have dense tissue a carsinoma can hide quite nicely and even feel like the breast tissue. Absolutely insist on an ultra sound and a Breast MRI if necessary. The size of the tumor that was removed was the same size as what showed up on the MRI. Good luck. Ruth > www.cancerclub.com > Hi everyone. I'm new. > > > Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. > However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a > mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was > normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for > another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant > something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I > haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very > scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks > everyone for letting me share this with you. > > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.15/580 - Release Date: 12/8/2006 > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Dear Ladies: I am new here but I do wish to share my story, although I do not want to alarm you. You just may have aretracted nipple. Do followow up as we share so many experiences. I had an inverted, yet also an itchy nipple for nearly two years. Went to three dcotors (I live in Chicago and health care is good). The gyn said to put creamon it. When it did not get better I went to a breast surgeon who did a biopsy (no cancer), another mammagram (no problems, an ultrasound (no probems, and it oculd not be felt. I left it go as I was relieved. Last August I just was dertermined to find out why it was still inverted and itchy. I went to a dermatologist and she insisted on another biopsy. I was reluctant as I just had one ten months about with the breast surgeon. It showed cancer (may have not been there 10 monnths ago or they just went through the wrong side of the nipple). I went back to the breast cancer and she was doubtful and somewhat defensive. We did an MRI and that shoes it to be true. I had lumpectomoy and the tumor was larger than believed and they coukd not get clean margins. Went in again adn got clean margins. Just finished my last chemo (not so terrible) and will do radiation in January. I will then be one an estrogen med for five years. I too took repracement and wonder. I have no history.They finally called my rash and inverted nipple " Pahet;s Diseasxe " which can be a friendly warning something may be wrong and you should not ignore. I donot want to worry the second person as she hasnot been diagnosed with cancer. Just stay with it. I am doing fine but would have been better if I had been able to get to it sooner. Good Luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 > > Hi Dawna, > > My understanding is that a nipple that becomes inverted is a sign that > something is wrong. I had one breast that had an inverted nipple from > birth, which was not suppose to be a sign of cancer, but ironically, > that breast developed cancer. I think that is some statistic that women > are more likely to develop cancer on their left breast. > > " A nipple that has always been turned inward (inverted) is usually not a > medical concern and typically doesn't need treatment. However, if a > nipple that's not normally inverted turns inward, it should be checked > by a doctor. A newly inverted nipple can be a sign of a serious > underlying condition, such as cancer. A doctor will likely recommend > further testing to rule out cancer of the nipple or nipple area. Other > causes of an inverted nipple include: > > Breast surgery involving the nipple or the areola, the dark skin around > the nipple > Infection of the ducts beneath the areola (periductal mastitis) > Widening (dilation) or inflammation of the milk ducts beneath the nipple > (mammary duct ectas Thank you for replying to me letter. I will definitely go and have this checked by an ocologist as soon as I get the results of the mammogram back. It is my LEFT breast that I am having trouble with. Dawna in Massachusetts > > > > Dawna Winkler wrote on 12/8/2006, 11:02 PM: > > > Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. > > However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a > > mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was > > normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for > > another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant > > something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I > > haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very > > scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks > > everyone for letting me share this with you. > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 > > Hi Dawna, > > My understanding is that a nipple that becomes inverted is a sign that > something is wrong. I had one breast that had an inverted nipple from > birth, which was not suppose to be a sign of cancer, but ironically, > that breast developed cancer. I think that is some statistic that women > are more likely to develop cancer on their left breast. > > " A nipple that has always been turned inward (inverted) is usually not a > medical concern and typically doesn't need treatment. However, if a > nipple that's not normally inverted turns inward, it should be checked > by a doctor. A newly inverted nipple can be a sign of a serious > underlying condition, such as cancer. A doctor will likely recommend > further testing to rule out cancer of the nipple or nipple area. Other > causes of an inverted nipple include: > > Breast surgery involving the nipple or the areola, the dark skin around > the nipple > Infection of the ducts beneath the areola (periductal mastitis) > Widening (dilation) or inflammation of the milk ducts beneath the nipple > (mammary duct ectas Thank you for replying to me letter. I will definitely go and have this checked by an ocologist as soon as I get the results of the mammogram back. It is my LEFT breast that I am having trouble with. Dawna in Massachusetts > > > > Dawna Winkler wrote on 12/8/2006, 11:02 PM: > > > Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. > > However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a > > mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was > > normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for > > another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant > > something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I > > haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very > > scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks > > everyone for letting me share this with you. > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 > > Hi Dawna, > > My understanding is that a nipple that becomes inverted is a sign that > something is wrong. I had one breast that had an inverted nipple from > birth, which was not suppose to be a sign of cancer, but ironically, > that breast developed cancer. I think that is some statistic that women > are more likely to develop cancer on their left breast. > > " A nipple that has always been turned inward (inverted) is usually not a > medical concern and typically doesn't need treatment. However, if a > nipple that's not normally inverted turns inward, it should be checked > by a doctor. A newly inverted nipple can be a sign of a serious > underlying condition, such as cancer. A doctor will likely recommend > further testing to rule out cancer of the nipple or nipple area. Other > causes of an inverted nipple include: > > Breast surgery involving the nipple or the areola, the dark skin around > the nipple > Infection of the ducts beneath the areola (periductal mastitis) > Widening (dilation) or inflammation of the milk ducts beneath the nipple > (mammary duct ectas Thank you for replying to me letter. I will definitely go and have this checked by an ocologist as soon as I get the results of the mammogram back. It is my LEFT breast that I am having trouble with. Dawna in Massachusetts > > > > Dawna Winkler wrote on 12/8/2006, 11:02 PM: > > > Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. > > However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a > > mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was > > normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for > > another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant > > something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I > > haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very > > scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks > > everyone for letting me share this with you. > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 > > Dawna, > How long has your nipple been like this? Has your family doctor or gynecologist ever seen it? It is possible it could be cancer. If you get the same answer from this mammo I would still seek another opinion. I would go to a breast specialist or even an oncologist. > Please keep us posted on the results. I will keep you in my prayers. > Hugs > nne > Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Life > http://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.html > BreastCancerStories.com > http://www.breastcancerstories.com/content/view/433/161/ > Angel Feather Loomer > www.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.com > Check out my other ornaments at > www.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.html > Lots of info and gifts at: > www.cancerclub.com > Hi nne, I am so happy you answered my letter so quickly. My nipple has been like this since 2003, maybe earlier. Dawna in Massachuse Hi everyone. I'm new. > > > Hi, my name is Dawna and I haven't been diagnosed with cancer yet. > However, I have had an inverted nipple for about 4 years now. I had a > mammogram almost 3 years ago and they said that everything was > normal, even with the inverted nipple. But two days ago, I went for > another mammogram, and the technician told that that definitely meant > something was wrong. Has anyone ever heard that that means cancer? I > haven't gotten the results back from the last mammogram. But I am very > scared. Plus, I took ESTROGEN REPLACEMENT THERAPHY for 7 years. Thanks > everyone for letting me share this with you. > > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------- > > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.15/580 - Release Date: 12/8/2006 > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Hi Dawna, I am in Mass. as well. Are you in the Boston area? Luckily you are in a state with great medical facilities so if you need a second opinion there are plenty of places to chose from. take care, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Hi Dawna, I am in Mass. as well. Are you in the Boston area? Luckily you are in a state with great medical facilities so if you need a second opinion there are plenty of places to chose from. take care, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Hi Dawna, I am in Mass. as well. Are you in the Boston area? Luckily you are in a state with great medical facilities so if you need a second opinion there are plenty of places to chose from. take care, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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