Breast and Axillary Ultarsound Scan

A breast and axillary ultrasound is a safe, non-invasive, and radiation-free imaging test used to assess the breast tissue and lymph nodes in the armpit (axilla). It plays a vital role in detecting lumps, cysts, inflammation, infections, and early signs of breast cancer. This scan provides reassurance and supports timely diagnosis and treatment planning.

What Does It Evaluate?

✅ Breast Tissue – Detects lumps, cysts, fibroadenomas, abscesses, or suspicious masses.
✅ Axillary Lymph Nodes – Evaluates for enlargement, inflammation, or spread of disease.
✅ Skin & Subcutaneous Tissue – Assesses for infections, abscesses, or trauma-related changes.
✅ Post-surgical or Post-treatment Changes – Reviews healing, scar tissue, or recurrence after surgery or therapy.
✅ Implants (if present) – Checks for rupture, leakage, or complications.

Why Might You Need a Breast & Axillary Ultrasound?

🔹 Detection of a lump, swelling, or thickened area in the breast or armpit
🔹 Breast pain, tenderness, or nipple changes
🔹 Unexplained discharge, dimpling, or redness of the breast skin
🔹 Family or personal history of breast cancer or high-risk conditions
🔹 Monitoring of known cysts, fibroadenomas, or post-surgical areas
🔹 Evaluation of lymph nodes when investigating infection or suspected cancer spread

Key Benefits

✔️ Quick and painless – usually completed within 15–20 minutes
✔️ Highly accurate – first-line imaging for breast lumps and axillary swelling
✔️ No radiation – completely safe, suitable for all ages, including pregnant or breastfeeding women
✔️ Guides further care – helps decide if mammogram, MRI, biopsy, or specialist referral is required