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If you’ve noticed a lump in your breast, don’t panic. It may be benign, but always see your healthcare provider and have your breast examined to check for cancer.
A breast lump that's painless, hard, has irregular edges and is different from the breast tissue around it might be breast cancer. The skin covering the lump may thicken, change color or look red. There also may be skin changes such as dimpled or pitted areas that look like the skin of an orange.
Finding a breast lump can be scary. Fortunately, most lumps are not breast cancer. We explain when to worry, what to do next, and what a lump may mean.
Diagnosis of a breast lump involves getting an exam and possibly tests to find out the cause of the lump. During the physical exam, your healthcare professional checks your breasts, chest wall, underarms and neck. You're checked while you're sitting upright and again while lying on your back.
Breast lumps can be soft or rubbery, movable or unmovable and painful or not painful at all. If you have nipple or breast pain, swelling or nipple discharge, get checked out right away.
Examine the breasts and lymph nodes in the armpit, feeling for lumps or any other differences. Examine the skin on the breasts. Check for nipple problems, such as inversion or discharge. If the care provider finds a breast lump or other area of concern, you'll likely need testing.
People may worry when they find breast lumps because they can be a sign of breast cancer. But don’t panic: Most breast lumps are benign, which means they're not cancerous. Instead, they...
What’s the difference between a hard lump and a movable lump in your breast? Learn what the size and mobility of breast lumps may mean for your health and breast cancer risk.
Understanding breast lumps: when to worry and when to relax. Written in association with: Top Doctors®. Published: 18/09/2024 | Updated: 24/09/2024. Edited by: Top Doctors®. Finding a lump in your breast can be a concerning experience, but it is important to remember that not all lumps are a sign of cancer.
Detection. Living Well. Breast Cancer Symptoms: What You Need to Know. Published on: September 22, 2020. Written by: ACS Medical Content and News Staff. Finding breast cancer early usually makes it easier to treat. Along with getting regular screening mammograms, being aware of how your breasts look and feel is an important part of early detection.