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Calcifications in the breast are small calcium deposits that can appear on mammograms. They are often benign but can sometimes indicate the presence of cancer or precancerous changes.

For Stage 0 breast cancer, the goal is to remove all cancer cells to prevent progression. Treatment options include
- Surgery: Lumpectomy, Show Full Answer

Calcifications in the breast are small calcium deposits that can appear on mammograms. They are often benign but can sometimes indicate the presence of cancer or precancerous changes.

For Stage 0 breast cancer, the goal is to remove all cancer cells to prevent progression. Treatment options include:
- Surgery: Lumpectomy, which you had on your left breast, removes the tumor and some surrounding tissue.
- Radiation Therapy: Often used after surgery to prevent cancer progression.
- Hormone Therapy: Used if the tumor is hormone receptor-positive to decrease recurrence risk.

It's important to discuss with your doctor why the calcification in your right breast turned into cancer and the best treatment options moving forward.

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