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Examination of Breast Lump

Finding a breast lump usually stirs fears of breast cancer. Although most breast lumps - as many as 4 out of 5 biopsied - are benign, we still need to have each lump properly evaluated. If evaluation reveals breast cancer, it would mean a vital step toward dealing with the disease. Early detection gives us the best chance for successful treatment. While examining a breast lump, varying consistency will be felt ie glandular tissue usually feels firm and slightly rope-like and nodular. Surrounding fat tissue is soft. A breast lump may be due to Fibrocystic changes, Fibroadenomas, mastitis, Trauma or injury to the breast (fat necrosis), Phyllodes tumor, Intraductal papilloma or Breast cancer.

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