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Content updated on Jan 4, 2023
A breast lump is a mass that develops in the breast. They may be hard or soft, smooth or lumpy and come in all shapes and sizes.
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Erythema
Headache
Fever
Recent weight loss
Swelling of the affected area
Also called sebaceous cysts, these harmless bumps under the skin are more common in men. They can be caused by skin irritation, injury, or surgery.
Breast cancer. Risk factors include estrogen, genetics, alcohol, and obesity. Protective factors include pregnancy, especially at a younger age.
A condition in which abnormal hormone levels cause males to develop female characteristics, such as breast enlargement. Common causes include medications and brain tumors.
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Do you feel a lump in your breast?
Do you have any swelling in any part of your body?
Do you feel fatigued?
Is there pain when pressing on the breast?
Is there blood mixed with the breast milk? (If you are not breastfeeding, please skip this question)
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References
Perry MC. Breast Lump. In: Walker HK, Hall WD, Hurst JW, editors. Clinical Methods: The History, Physical, and Laboratory Examinations. 3rd ed. Boston: Butterworths; 1990. Chapter 170. PMID: 21250122.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279/
Breast lumps
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/breast-lump/
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