Numerous round to oval circumscribed well-defined mass lesions. There are no microcalcification or parenchymal distortion. Maximum intensity projection MIP reconstruction images showed dynamic contrast enhancement of the solid lesions. Fibroadenoma FA is the most frequently seen benign breast tumor in young women of child-bearing age. Updating… Please wait. Unable to process the form. Check for errors and try again. Thank you for updating your details. Log In. Sign Up.
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Your breasts may feel lumpy, and at times you may notice a clear or slightly cloudy nipple discharge. Sometimes, one of the lumps might feel firmer or have other features that lead to a concern about cancer. When this happens, an ultrasound may be done to see if the lump is solid or is just filled with fluid called a simple cyst.
Simple cysts are not usually a cause for concern. Neither fibrosis nor simple cysts increase your risk of later developing breast cancer. Complex cysts are more of a concern, as there is a small chance they might contain cancer or put you at risk of cancer later on, depending on what is found at the time of biopsy.
Cyst fluid doesn't need to be removed unless it's causing discomfort. But it can be drained by putting a thin, hollow needle into the cyst, which might be done to confirm the diagnosis. Removing the fluid may reduce pressure and pain for some time. If removed, the fluid might come back later, but cysts may also go away over time. For cysts that continue to come back and cause symptoms, surgery to remove them might be an option.
Most women with fibrocystic changes and without bothersome symptoms do not need treatment, but they might be watched closely. If you have mild discomfort from fibrosis, you may get relief from well-fitted, supportive bras, applying heat, or using over-the-counter pain relievers.
Some women report that their breast symptoms improve if they avoid caffeine and other stimulants found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and many soft drinks. Studies have not found a clear link between these stimulants and breast symptoms, but many women feel that avoiding these foods and drinks for a couple of months is worth trying.
Because breast swelling toward the end of the menstrual cycle is painful for some women, some doctors recommend over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, or other medicines.
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