Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia

[@mareerogers1114]

Wow! I recently had a lumpectomy to remove 2 suspicions. My doctor was shocked to discover in the same breast, atypical ductal hyperplasia in one area and DCIS in another. Getting a double mastectomy without reconstruction so I can heal faster and get on with my life. Recently discovered breast cancer runs in my family.

[@dizzyk54]

Thank you for a clear video on this subject!

[@sindeekaye2223]

Best video on this topic so far! Thank you!!!!

[@shesavett8746]

I FINALLY understand my diagnosis!

[@yos4257]

Hi Doctor, What does a small group of atypical apcrine epilethelial cells admixed with many foamy histocites means?

[@MohamedMohsen-wf8sj]

Please 🙏 give me explaining about this diagnosis"Atypical ductal cell" in a Biopsy from breast

[@Cherry55656]

How are you now ?? I mean My reltive going through same .. report says atypical cell seen ... Don't know what to do

[@lindaburke1568]

Thank you for explaining

[@cyndisjourney4413]

I was diagnosed with this and now my surgeon recommends surgery to remove the cells but I don’t understand why? It’s not cancer, why can’t it just be watched?

[@lsls-lb7qv]

Because during a surgery a doctor will remove the entire area for another biopsy. During first biopsy only a small amount removed for testing.

[@Mforever5236]

Thanks for the informations!

[@lesliejohnston4021]

Dr Spencer.had a large core biopsy..I have been dx: Focal Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia I guess Nurse of Surgeon will be scheduling me for surgery. Scared that it can progress fast to the next stage of DCIS or Invasive cancer

[@aprilspencerm.d.1505]

How was your final surgical pathology and how’s your 2 year surveillance check up?

[@manuelcorporan6404]

Thank you 🙏🙏

[@Hollygdorsey1]

Thank you Dr. Spencer. What if I have been diagnosed with lcis? I’m scheduled for a lumpectomy.

[@lisaoxleyhabersack4158]

Great video! Question - what happens after you are finished with Tamoxifen? Does your risk go down and then you are "risk free"?

[@ferminmonica2670]

Lisa Oxley Habersack no one is fish free with age we have more chances of getting cancer. I had cancer twice I’m on tamoxifen

[@shazajomaaalnaji3427]

I have DUCT ECTASIA WITH STROMAL FIBROSIS AND FOCAL MILD INTRADUCTAL HYPERPLASIA what that mean iam in 21 years

[@aprilspencerm.d.1505]

It means some of the ducts in your breast are wider (ectasia) than others, there does not appear to be a mass inside that’s been reported so this is not problematic. Stromatolites fibrosis means the supporting tissue (stroma)in your breast has some firmness (fibrosis) or increased density. This is not abnormal for a 21 year old. This density tends to decrease with age and the stroma is replaced by fat (that’s when we call our plastic surgery friends for a breast lift). The intraductal ( inside of the ducts) has some hyper (rapid)-plasia (means cell growth). It doesn’t appear that they reported any Atypical ductal hyperplasia here do you do not appear to be at increased risk. Although you’re young make sure you follow up with your doctor that ordered the biopsy for a yearly clinical breast exam, then yearly mammograms starting at age 40. Was this helpful?

[@doloreslaucella139]

what is a atypical duct hyperplasia mixed in with flat epithelial atypia?

[@iramjavaid306]

What was that ?

[@Mary-momof8]

I was just diagnosed with hyperplasia. I breastfed for many years which is frustrating because it's supposed to lower your risk. Anyway, I've also had a former heart attack and stent over a decade ago. Still have my ovaries, too. The side effects of tamoxifen are lousy and I don't do well with many drugs. Suggestions for tx?

[@aprilspencerm.d.1505]

Wonderful question. Physical activity is my recommendation. I know what you are experiencing may be frustrated because you have to weigh the risks vs the benefits of Tamoxifen or any drug. Data shows that exercising 30-45 minutes 3 x per week can reduce the risk of breast cancer by 20-40%. That’s almost just as good as or better than the Rx

[@Mary-momof8]

@@aprilspencerm.d.1505 believe it or not, I'm of fairly normal weight and have exercised my whole life.🤔

[@lsls-lb7qv]

Last week I was diagnosed with it

[@lsls-lb7qv]

Me too last month will have surgery soon

[@lokendrasingh-zj4rm]

Now ur health??

[@danielleg2616]

Do I have to get surgery for removal or can I get rechecked yearly

[@aprilspencerm.d.1505]

You can get close observation defined as a clinical breast exam and repeat imaging every 6 months or removal. Have your doctor assess your risk to see which is right for you. If you’re worried about it now, seek a 2nd opinion right away for removal

[@karthyaishuaishu3423]

I have atypical hyperplasia please help me

[@aprilspencerm.d.1505]

Make sure you either commit to close follow up, ie a clinical breast exam and repeat imaging via a Diagnostic MGM and breast Ultrasound in 6 months. You may want to strongly consider removal. Consult with your doctor to assess the best approach for you based on your imaging, exam, personal and family history. Bottom line is be your own advocate and be proactive!

[@Estel-x8h]

@@aprilspencerm.d.1505 my biopsy result is apocrin metaplasia epithelial hyperplasia and papilloma is this increasing to get a breast cancer?

[@TantriMitraDilla]

same with me

[@bkgirl7871]

i was diagnosed with atylipical ductal hyperplasia and LCIS

[@aprilspencerm.d.1505]

I know this diagnosis may seem overwhelming but it is very manageable. Make sure you are scheduled to have a lumpectomy and referral to a medical oncologist for risk reduction strategies and high-risk surveillance.

[@JL-kk9hl]

I tried to take tamoxifen. It made me into a vegetable.