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Aug 04, 2008 -
A few weeks ago a study stated that self-breast exams didn't save lives, but I am not buying it. Many women I know have caught their breast cancer early because they did monthly exams. So if you're still a believer and continue to check yourself monthly, you should be reassured to know that most lumps you find aren't cancerous.
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Jan 22, 2007 -
I have a distinct memory of sitting in my high-school sex ed class, learning about self-breast exams. That night, in the privacy of my own room, I felt around and was in shock. My breasts were full of tiny little bean size lumps.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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Female Breast
Breast lumps
Fibrocystic breast disease
Fibroadenoma
Breast lump removal - series
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Definition
A breast lump is a swelling, protuberance, or lump in the breast.
Alternative Names
Breast mass
Considerations
Normal breast tissue is present in both males and females of all ages. This tissue responds to hormonal changes and, therefore, certain lumps can come and go.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
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Female Breast
Causes of breast lumps
Normal female breast anatomy
Breast lump removal - series
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Definition
There are many causes for lumps in the breast. These range from normal changes in your body to abnormal breast disease. Breast lumps are either benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
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- Call your health care provider if
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Lymphatic system
Neck lump
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Definition
A neck lump is any lump, bump, or swelling in the neck.
Alternative Names
Lump in the neck
Considerations
There are many causes of lumps in the neck. The most frequently seen lumps or swellings are enlarged lymph nodes, which can be caused by bacterial or viral infections, malignancy, or other rare causes.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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- Expectations after surgery
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Female Breast
Needle biopsy of the breast
Open biopsy of the breast
Breast self-exam
Breast self-exam
Breast self-exam
Breast lumps
Lumpectomy
Causes of breast lumps
Breast lump removal - series
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Definition
Breast lump removal is surgery to remove a lump in the breast.
Alternative Names
Lumpectomy; Wide local excision; Excisional biopsy
Description
Tissue from a solid breast mass can be removed by needle biopsy. This procedure places a needle into the lump to take out a piece of tissue.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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Normal anatomy
The female breast is composed mainly of fatty tissue interspersed with fibrous or connective tissue. The circular region around the nipple is often a different color or pigmented. This region is called the areola.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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- What to expect at your health care provider's office
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Male reproductive anatomy
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Definition
A testicle lump is a swelling or mass in one or both testicles.
See also:
- Testicular pain
- Testicular cancer
- Testicular self exam
Alternative Names
Lump in the testicle
Considerations
A testicular lump that doesn't hurt may be a sign of cancer. Most cases of testicular cancer occur when men are between ages 15 and 40, although it can happen at older or younger ages.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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- What to expect at your health care provider's office
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Warts, multiple - on hands
Lipoma - arm
Warts, flat on the cheek and neck
Wart (verruca) with a cutaneous horn on the toe
Skin lumps
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Definition
Skin lumps are any abnormal lump or swelling on the skin.
Considerations
Many people wonder if small bumps or lumps on the body are something to worry about. The majority of lumps that appear on your body are harmless, especially the kind that feel soft and roll easily (lipomas).
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Considerations
- Common Causes
- Home Care
- Call your health care provider if
- What to expect at your health care provider's office
- References
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Female Breast
Lymphatic system
Swollen lymph nodes under arm
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Definition
An armpit lump refers to enlargement of one or more lymph nodes under the arm.
Alternative Names
Lump in the armpit; Localized lymphadenopathy - armpit; Axillary lymphadenopathy; Axillary lymph enlargement; Lymph nodes enlargement - axillary; Axillary abscess
Considerations
Lumps in the armpit have various causes. Cysts and infections on the surface of the skin of the armpit may be caused by shaving or use of antiperspirants (as opposed to deodorants).
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