✅ A lump that grows in size over time.
✅ Hard, immovable lump with irregular borders.
✅ Pain or tenderness in one breast.
✅ Dimpling or puckering of breast skin.
✅ Nipple discharge (especially blood-stained).
✅ Change in breast shape, size, or texture.
✅ Clinical Breast Exam (CBE) – Physical examination by a gynecologist or breast specialist.
✅Ultrasound Scan – Identifies whether a lump is solid or fluid-filled (cyst).
✅ Mammogram (X-ray of the breast) – Detects abnormal growths or calcifications.
✔️ Observation & Monitoring – If the lump is harmless and small, regular check-ups are recommended.
✔️ Aspiration (Draining the Cyst Fluid) – Simple and painless procedure to relieve discomfort.
✔️ Hormonal Therapy – Helps regulate fibrocystic breast changes.
✔️ Lumpectomy – Minimally invasive removal of the lump while preserving the breast.
✔️ Excisional Biopsy – If the lump is suspicious, it may be removed for further testing.
✔️ Breast Abscess Drainage – For painful pus-filled lumps caused by infections.
No, 80-90% of breast lumps are benign (non-cancerous) and caused by cysts, hormonal changes, or fibroids.
If the lump is hard, immobile, increasing in size, or accompanied by nipple discharge or skin changes, consult a doctor immediately.
✔️ Don’t panic – Most lumps are non-cancerous.
✔️ Schedule a breast examination for early diagnosis and peace of mind.
✔️ Some lumps, especially hormonal cysts, may shrink or disappear after the menstrual cycle.
✔️ Others may require monitoring, medication, or surgical removal.
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