The male breast is as susceptible to infections, inflammations, and malignancies as the female breast. Fibroadenoma is a common benign condition that occurs when a lump in the breast forms from a combination of glandular and fibrous tissues. The lump easily moves beneath the skin and feels smooth and firm to the touch. This type…
If the results of your latest mammogram show an abnormal result, your primary doctor will want a follow up testing to learn the cause of the abnormal result. In some cases, the abnormal result can be a false positive for signs of cancer and the additional testing can determine if there is or is not…
More than half of the female population will experience the pain, swelling, and discomfort of fibrocystic breasts. This is a condition that is characterized by the development of one, or more, sensitive lump in one or both breasts that can cause cysts to fill with fluid. While fluid in breast cysts is a common condition…
If an unusual lump is found during a routine breast examination, or a suspicious abnormality was detected on a mammogram or MRI, your doctor will refer you to a Glendora or Victorville General Surgeon for a breast biopsy. A biopsy is required to determine if the lump or abnormality is benign, non-cancerous, or malignant, cancerous.…
Breast cancer evaluation is very important. Often times a woman may have no symptoms at all, and other times, she may discover a lump or something unusual. This is why screening is so important. If a woman does have breast cancer without symptoms, it can be treated quickly giving her a better survival rate. If…