ARTICLE FEATURES . Women’s Health
Not all breast diseases are cancer UNLIKE BREAST CANCER, A FIBROADENOMA DOESN'T CAUSE NIPPLE DISCHARGE, SWELLING, REDNESS, OR SKIN IRRITATION AROUND THE BREAST.
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reast tumors, both benign and malignant, are the focus of interest in the health sector and society in all its categories, which is evident through the awareness campaigns that have contributed to breaking the shyness barrier among women. Early detection was a lifeline for many early stage cancer cases. The woman realized that shyness will not benefit her, but might be the cause of losing her life. The earlier the detection, the faster she is freed from the disease. However, breast problems are not always cancer, but there are many benign tumors that are not dangerous, but cause a state of panic in a woman until the doctor diagnoses it.
Benign Breast Tumors Most breast lumps are benign, which means they're not cancer. Benign breast lumps usually have smooth edges and can be moved slightly when you push against them. They are often found in both breasts. There are several common causes, including normal changes in breast tissue, breast infections, or injury. Fibroadenomas are the most common benign lumps. If you push on them, they are solid, round, rubbery lumps that move freely.
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