Location	Phone	Fax
Breast Diagnostic Center	703.698.4455	703.205.9884
Centreville-Clifton Imaging Center	703.204.4411	703.961.8318
Fair Oaks Center	703.698.4472	703.758.1084
Fairfax Diagnostic Imaging Center	703.698.4467	703.788.8422
Fairfax MRI and Imaging Center at Tysons	703.893.2820	703.827.2685
Fairfax MRI Center	703.204.8333	703.204.3744
Fairfax MRI Center at Reston	703.481.9400	703.481.9408
Fairfax PET/CT Imaging Center	703.698.4441	703.698.5930
Fairfax Vascular Center	703.698.4475	703.573.4237
Film Library	703.698.6882	703.573.5126
Inova Fairfax Hospital Outpatient Imaging and Vein and Vascular Center at Gainesville	703.468.2600	703.468.2601
Prosperity Imaging Center	703.698.9600	703.698.5609
Reston-Herndon Breast Imaging Center	703.481.3939	703.796.1103
Reston-Herndon Imaging Center	703.481.9400	703.481.9408
Springfield Imaging Center	703.698.4485	703.750.0302
The Business Office	703.698.4444	703.698.2176
The Ultrasound Center	703.698.4498	703.280.1566
Vienna Imaging Center	703.698.4456	703.242.4474
Woodburn Diagnostic Center	703.849.9050	703.698.4491

Breast Cyst Aspiration

What is Breast Cyst Aspiration?

A breast cyst is a fluid-filled sac inside the breast. Cysts are very common in women and many women have more than one. Although usually benign, some simple cysts can be painful or large enough to be bothersome. Others that contain debris or thick fluid are referred to as "complex" cysts.

One way to get relief from the pain is to remove fluid from the cyst, thereby decreasing the pressure. This is called aspiration. At Fairfax Radiology, this procedure is performed with the aid of an Ultrasound by one of our highly trained Breast Imaging Radiologists. The procedure is simple and provides quick results for your peace of mind.

Common Questions

Why would my physician recommend a Breast Cyst Aspiration?

Your physician may recommend a Breast Cyst Aspiration if you have a cyst that is large, painful or is shown to be complicated on an Ultrasound exam.
How do I know if I have a breast cyst?

If you feel a lump in your breast that feels like it is filled with fluid or can easily be moved, it might be a breast cyst. Many breast cysts are self-discovered or found during a routine exam by a physician. If you think you have a lump, even if you believe it to be a cyst, you should talk to your physician immediately.
What should I expect during a Breast Cyst Aspiration?

During a Breast Cyst Aspiration, the skin is cleaned and local anesthesia is applied. Using Ultrasound as a guide, a small needle is then inserted into the center of the cyst to remove the fluid. Once the fluid is withdrawn, the procedure is complete.
What should I expect after a Breast Cyst Aspiration?

If all of the fluid is removed, there may be nothing else you need to do. However, cysts do sometimes fill up again. At that point, you can discuss next steps with your physician as to whether it should be drained again, biopsied or just left alone.
How do I schedule a Breast Cyst Aspiration with Fairfax Radiology?

Contact our Scheduling Department for an appointment:

Phone: 703.698.4488 Monday through Friday 8am to 6pm

Fax: 703.698.0864

Or click here to make an appointment request

Please have your written physician order and your insurance card in hand when making your appointment.
When are appointments offered for Breast Cyst Aspiration?

For your convenience, appointments are available mornings, afternoons and weekends at the locations listed below. Click on the link for hours and information about each location.