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Breast Lump Evaluation
A breast lump is a localized swelling or mass. Many are benign, but every new or persistent lump should be evaluated to determine its cause.
Overview
A breast lump is a localized swelling or mass. Many are benign, but every new or persistent lump should be evaluated to determine its cause.
Symptoms
A breast lump may present as new thickening, an underarm lump, breast shape change, pain, skin changes, nipple inversion, nipple discharge, or persistent swelling.
Causes
Causes include fibroadenoma, cysts, fibrocystic changes, infection, abscess, fat necrosis, hormonal changes, and less commonly breast cancer.
Diagnosis
Assessment may include examination, ultrasound, mammography, FNAC, core needle biopsy, or additional imaging based on age, symptoms, and findings.
Treatment
Management depends on diagnosis and may include observation, medical treatment, cyst aspiration, removal of benign lumps, or referral for multidisciplinary care when malignancy is diagnosed.
Recovery
After a procedure, patients receive individualized guidance about wound care, pain management, activity, follow-up, and review of pathology reports when applicable.