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MRI uses magnetic fields to make images of the inside of the body. A computer produces two- and three-dimensional pictures. MRI of the breast uses an MRI to evaluate breast tissue.
Breast MRI can be used to:
- Evaluate breast abnormalities seen on mammography
- Identify breast abnormalities in women (and in some cases, men) with dense breast tissue, implants, or scar tissue
- Examine breast implants
- Examine scar tissue
- Evaluate the progress of breast cancer treatment
- Identify cysts or enlarged breast ducts
- Examine lymph nodes near the breast
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Call Your Doctor
After the test, call your doctor if any of the following occurs:
- Worsening of your symptoms
- Any allergic or abnormal symptoms, like a rash or swelling if you were injected with contrast dye
In case of an emergency, CALL 911.
