Mammograms detect false-positive breast cancer results for some vaccinated women
More women are coming in for mammograms after receiving the coronavirus vaccine and experiencing a scary side effect.
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Some women are getting unexpected false-positive results for breast cancer after a COVID-19 vaccination.
Right now, doctors say cancer concerns have more vaccinated women making appointments for a mammogram.
For some women, mammograms are detecting swollen lymph nodes.
ABC15 Mornings anchor Kaley O Kelley talked with Dr. Janice Johnston about this scary concern. One side effect that can happen after the mRNA shot, so that s the Moderna and Pfizer, what we ve seen is that your lymph nodes can swell. And this is just showing that your lymphatic system or your immune system is kicking into gear after the vaccination. So it s not a significant or worrisome type of finding.
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If you’ve ever experienced swollen lymph nodes, you know how uncomfortable (and temporarily concerning) their presence can be. After all, when lymph nodes small, bean-shaped glands throughout your entire body become enlarged, it’s typically a sign that your immune system is reacting to something it perceives as a threat.
With the COVID-19 vaccine, that “something” is a sign that your body is being primed to recognize the novel coronavirus once your immunization is complete meaning you might experience short-lived side effects, particularly after the second dose in a two-part series. This can include arm swelling and soreness around the injection site, a mild fever, headaches, chills, and yes, even swollen lymph nodes.
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