Understanding Benign Breast Tumor: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

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Benign Breast Tumor

by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023

Additional names

This group contains additional names: - Fibroadenosis of Breast - Sclerosing adenosis of breast - Mammary Duct Ectasia - Fibrosclerosis of Breast - Solitary Cyst of Breast - Breast cyst

General

There are many types of benign, non- cancerous, breast lumps or neoplasms. They are more common in women but can appear in men as well. The two most common benign neoplasms are fibroadenoma and simple cyst. A *fibroadenoma* is a solid, non-tender breast lump, most commonly found in younger women, between the age of 20 and 35, or in post-menopausal women taking hormonal therapy. A *simple cyst* is a fluid filled cavity inside your breast, most commonly appearing in women aged 35 to 50. In men, an abnormal benign growth of breast tissue is called *gynecomastia* – it is very common, especially in teenage boys and older men.

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Signs & symptoms

A breast lump can be firstly felt by you or by your doctor. A benign breast lump will usually be non-tender and move around freely. Some breast lump will disappear after your menstrual bleeding, especially if you are under 30 years old.

Diagnosis

All breast lumps should be evaluated by a healthcare provider. *physical exam* of the breast will be performed to check the texture, sensitivity, and mobility of the lump. Although most lumps in women under the age of 50 are benign, an imaging is commonly required to achieve a definite diagnosis. The type of imaging depends on your age, in younger woman an *ultrasound* is favorable and in older woman, a *mammography* is more frequently used. Further tests might be needed according to the imaging results.

Treatment

Treatment vary depending on your specific lump type. Some benign neoplasms might increase your risk for developing breast cancer in the future. In those cases, a continues monitoring is required.

Note

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National Institutes of Health ∙ World Health Organization ∙ MedlinePluse ∙ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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