She is going for a biopsy...

No, it doesn't mean it's cancer. It means there's a lump, and they need to get a piece of it to see if it's cancer. I had that, and it wasn't cancer, and hopefully your mom will have the same result.

I see you have your answers here and as they say, it will tell you if it's cancer or not. I hope all goes well for your mom. You take care, stay strong for your mom, and keep us informed. When does she have to go in for this?

the biopsy is a piece of flesh they take from the area and then they look at it under the microscope and that is how they can see if it cancer or not. So now at this point no it doesn't mean she has cancer, not till they get the results. I will pray for her.

They are seeing something, but it may or may not be cancer. It may be a benign tumor, basically just an abnormal lump. What the biopsy does is take a sample and determine what kind of lump it is. That would tell them if they need to do a lumpectomy or a mastectomy. You have every right to be worried, but if they are going with the biopsy path, that means the lump they are seeing is small.

No, it doesn't necessarily mean she has cancer. That's what the biopsy will tell. I went through this maybe 20 years ago and yes, I was scared. Turned out the lump was a benign cyst, which was drained during the needle biopsy. The next time I had to go through it (a few years later) I wasn't so worried. It too, was a cyst. Here's hoping that's all it is for your mom.

A bipsy huh? That's scarey! That means the last x-ray didn't look good. That's all it means. I had one too and they call ya back in and do a more indept screening and they found nothing. I missed both of my appointments this year. I hate it! It hurts. GOod luck to your mom!

I am sorry for the news. The waiting is the worst. It does not mean she has cancer, but better safe than sorry. Prayers with you and your family. I hope it all turns out good.

I was at my gyno appointment when she found a small lump. I was YOUNG-definitely not even 25! I was so afraid, but she sent me for a needle biopsy because it was so small (and I was so young). I didn't even tell my mom until AFTER I had it done either (don't know why?), but it turned out to be nothing. I think that the biopsy is to see what the lump consists of-films can only give a hint. Don't worry until you know more-just be there for her since she really needs you to be strong. And here's some hugs for you in the meantime...

It doesn't mean she has cancer. I have had three biopsies in my life. None of them were cancer. My mom has also had a biopsy, and my sister as well for a lump in her br east. No cancer. However, my dad went in for a biopsy with his prostate, and it was cancer. Until you know otherwise don't think cancer. It's always better to check and be wrong than let it go and find out later when one is much worse.

My guess is that it means they see something but of course can't say 100% til the biopsy results come back. My MIL just had some biopsies done fearful of cancer (already had reproductive) returning, they were calcifications and was told she had a 20% chance of getting it again if they left them so she had them removed a few days before Christmas. All I can say is try to keep your spirits up til a biopsy is done and the results com back. Now the faster they schedule that biopsy the faster you will have your answer. ((hugs))

At this point, it does NOT mean that your mother has cancer. It simply means that they want some more information.

You have to prepare your family for the worst and it is what you fear most. The good news is, we have heard of many cancer survivor stories in your country. The biopsy will confirm the result of the previous exams. Let's hope and pray that it's not what it looks.

No, it doesn't mean she has cancer. I had a biopsy and they found calcuim deposits...totally harmless.

So sorry to hear your mom is not well. First wait for the result of the biopsy. She needs to know that her family is positive. I had a mammogram and biopsy last year too. I was worried sick and it hurt more when I saw the worry on my family's faces. When They discovered the lump, I immediately started drinking my fluid juices and herb teas. I have read that cancer grows on solid food in a person's body, so for about a week, I only lived on the fluids. when I went back the doctor discovered that the lump has disintegrated altogether. I can just praise God.

I'm so sorry I'm late reading this. My answer is no. They need to take a better look and Then They can say if it is cancer or not. I hope you have the results by now. Take Care.

Looks like there is something to worry about when the result does not show a clean bill and going for a biopsy add to the fear that they have noticed something unusual that could be cancerous. But even if it is cancer you should not worry too much as most cancers now are treatable. Hopefully it is not cancer but just a normal growth that can be removed by surgery. I think the doctors are still unsure so could not confirm yet. Usually doctors won't hide anything if it is cancer.

All they want to do is make sure that's no cancer. it's a usual procedure when there is a lump present. Most lumps are ok, just some fat lump floating around. But it's their job to make sure she's ok. However, adding some healthy nutrition and great vizualization helps a lot. Vizualization means that she has to imagine her body free from anything unhealthy. She can imagine that she's taking a shower of white light that cleans everything outside and inside the body. Really, really helps.And you can do it too, and everyone can imagine this. the results are good for anyone.

It means they want to do furter testing before letting her know if it is or isn't. They found something or they wouldn't want to do a biopsy. Keep us updated.