Understanding Breast Lumps: Why Ultrasound Shows No Abnormalities
Breast self-examination revealed a lump, but the ultrasound examination showed no abnormalities? Last November, I accidentally discovered a hard lump in my left breast. I went to a women's and children's hospital and consulted with an obstetrician-gynecologist who speci...
Dr. Yuan Tianmin Reply:
If there are any doubts regarding this visit, you may consult the breast specialist again. Finding a lump during the examination does not necessarily indicate the presence of a tumor.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Why Ultrasound Shows No Abnormalities
Understanding Breast Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Breast lump Since middle school, I have had hard lumps in my breasts that hurt when lightly squeezed. Before my menstrual period, my breasts feel swollen and painful, and it seems that the lumps have also increased in size. Should I see a doctor for this, or should I just monitor...
Dr. Yuan Tianmin Reply:
It is best to seek treatment at a breast surgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Painless Breast Lumps: Causes and Concerns
I have recently felt a hard lump in my chest? In the past few days, I have felt a hard lump in my chest. It doesn't hurt, but it moves when I press on it. What could this be? Is it common to have this before menstruation?
Dr. Yuan Tianmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems to be a benign tumor. However, please visit a breast surgery clinic for further examination.[Read More] Understanding Painless Breast Lumps: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Breast Lumps and Pain in Young Women: When to Seek Help
Chest issues Hello, I turned seventeen today. I have a habit of smoking and drinking. Last year, I noticed a lump in my left chest, and this year I've been experiencing brief stabbing pains in the same area. I've also realized that the lump has grown larger and is movab...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
At the age of 17, during breast development, breast tissue will indeed grow. However, if you feel a lump that is increasing in size, it is advisable to visit a clinic for an examination. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps and Pain in Young Women: When to Seek Help
Understanding a Left Breast Lump: Symptoms, Risks, and Diagnosis
There is a lump under the left breast? Hello, doctor. I have a lump about 2 centimeters in radius located just below my left breast. It causes slight pain when pressed, and the breast appears slightly raised without any indentation or discharge. I have not felt any pain unless I ...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
Breast lumps cannot be seen on a chest X-ray; please visit an outpatient clinic for examination. Typically, diagnosis can be made through physical examination and ultrasound. If there is a strong suspicion of abnormalities, a fine needle aspiration may be arranged for tissue biop...[Read More] Understanding a Left Breast Lump: Symptoms, Risks, and Diagnosis
Understanding Breast Lumps in Teens: Concerns and Growth Insights
Chest issues Hello doctor, I am 15 years old and have A to B cup breasts. I have hard lumps on both sides that can be felt. Pressing and massaging the breasts usually doesn't cause much pain, but sometimes it does hurt. I have been massaging them, and it feels like they are ...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
During puberty, girls begin to develop breast tissue, which may sometimes feel like lumps when touched. There is no need to panic, but if the lumps continue to grow, it is advisable to seek a consultation. Breast development should occur naturally, and it is not recommended to ta...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps in Teens: Concerns and Growth Insights
Understanding Lymphadenitis and Breast Lumps: Causes and Treatment Options
Breast lump lymphadenitis Hello Dr. Wu: At the end of June this year, while taking a shower, I discovered a hard lump near the inner side of my left breast, adjacent to the areola. It was irregularly shaped and painful to the touch. I visited a breast surgeon, and the doctor pe...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
1. Breast swelling and pain can occur due to hormonal fluctuations before and after menstruation. Treatment can be based on symptoms, and if there are concerns about lumps, it is advisable to follow up in an outpatient clinic. 2. Breast inflammation sometimes does not have a sp...[Read More] Understanding Lymphadenitis and Breast Lumps: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Breast Lumps in Teenagers: What You Need to Know
Breast lump Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old high school student who has never engaged in sexual activity. I have noticed that both sides of my breasts seem to have lumps (they feel to be in roughly the same position), with the left side being more pronounced. The shape of my br...
Dr. Yuan Tianmin Reply:
1. Breast pain is associated with various factors, including neurological, muscular, vascular, and endocrine influences. In premenopausal women, it is mostly related to the menstrual cycle, often occurring periodically, although a small portion may experience pain at any time. ...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps in Teenagers: What You Need to Know
Understanding Breast Lumps and Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice
There is a hard lump when touching the left side of the breast? Hello Doctor: I noticed that my breasts have been uneven since I was around 14 years old, with the left breast being larger. In recent years, the difference in size has become more pronounced. Recently, I have experi...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
Self-examination is recommended to be performed about a week after menstruation has ended. If you still feel any lumps, you should visit a clinic for an examination. Young women primarily use palpation or ultrasound for assessment. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps and Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Breast Lumps and Pain: What Young Women Should Know
Hard lumps and swelling pain in the chest? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing breast swelling before my period, and sometimes the pain at night affects my sleep. I have a dent in my right nipple, but yesterday I felt a hard lump on the outer side of my right bre...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Xiao Yang: I'm not sure if it's related to the menstrual cycle, but sometimes before or during menstruation, there is a sensation of lumps, which is mostly caused by hormonal stimulation leading to breast tissue hyperplasia. This usually occurs bilaterally, but som...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps and Pain: What Young Women Should Know
Understanding Painful Breast Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Help
There is a hard lump in the chest? I found a hard lump on my right chest, and it hurts. I discovered it recently. What could be the cause?
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Anonymous: It may be a change related to a small tumor. Please observe for any changes 3-5 days after your menstrual period ends. If there is no decrease or increase in size, then a clinic examination is recommended.[Read More] Understanding Painful Breast Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Non-Painful Breast Lumps: Causes and Concerns
Breast lump There is a small, hard lump on the right side of the chest that does not move and is not painful. It varies in size but is not related to the menstrual cycle.
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
A hard lump in the chest that does not move and is not painful should be treated with caution. Please visit a clinic for an examination as soon as possible for a detailed diagnosis. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Non-Painful Breast Lumps: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Breast Lumps: What Teens Need to Know About Breast Health
Breast lump I am 17 years old and currently in my second year of high school. My menstrual cycle is very irregular, occurring only once every few months. I got my first period during the summer after finishing middle school and have only had it 6 or 7 times since then. Additional...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
If a lump can be felt in the breast, it is still recommended to visit a clinic for examination. Of course, in women during their developmental stages, breast tissue may have a more uneven distribution. It is important to assess based on actual palpation or relevant examinations, ...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: What Teens Need to Know About Breast Health
Understanding Movable Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know
The lump is movable? Hello: There is a movable lump (larger) near the center of my right chest that does not hurt when pressed; there is also a movable lump (smaller) near the center of my left chest that does not hurt when pressed either. Is this a normal situation? PS: My menst...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen: The hard lump in the middle of your breast is likely part of the breast tissue itself. Breast self-examination should not be done by grabbing, but rather by using the pads of your fingers to gently press and feel for any raised lumps on the surface of the breast. B...[Read More] Understanding Movable Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know
Understanding Breast Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Breast lump Hello, a couple of days ago while taking a shower, I noticed a round hard lump above the areola on my left breast. It doesn't hurt when I don't press on it, but there is a slight pain when I do. I had a breast ultrasound last October, and the doctor said eve...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Most are fibroadenomas, which may enlarge before or during menstruation and decrease in size after menstruation. Generally, they are mobile; if they are not mobile, it may sometimes be caused by ductal hyperplasia. If there are changes in size, it is usually benign and can be mon...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Breast Lumps: Signs and Concerns for Teens
Breast lump I would like to ask: Since third and fourth grade, I have had hard lumps in my breasts that hurt when touched. Now that I am in the second year of junior high, they still hurt and are getting larger. They used to be small and somewhat movable, but now they are not. My...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Zhen: The manifestations are likely due to mammary duct hyperplasia, which is caused by an increase in female hormones in the body. It can be monitored, but if there are still concerns, you may visit a breast surgery clinic for examination.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Signs and Concerns for Teens
Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know About Your Symptoms
Breast lump Hello, doctor: I am currently in the second year of junior high school, and I have hard lumps in my breasts that appeared shortly after starting junior high. Both sides have them, and they are located towards the outer sides. I'm not sure if they can be described...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Xiao Yu: Mobile lumps are often fibroadenomas. They can be monitored, but if there is a persistent increase in size or any symptoms, it is recommended to consult a breast surgeon for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know About Your Symptoms
Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know About Your Symptoms
Breast issues Hello Doctor: During my self-examination, I noticed a small, granular feeling in the upper right quarter of my left breast (near the armpit). I also feel something similar in my right breast, but it is not as pronounced. What could this be? I had a breast ultrasound...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
Based on your message, it seems that a physical examination is necessary to understand the symptoms you mentioned. I recommend that you see a healthcare professional in person to provide accurate information. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know About Your Symptoms
Sudden Breast Lump: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Breast lump I found a hard lump near my left breast, close to the nipple, this morning that appeared "suddenly." Is it possible for a lump to appear so abruptly? I frequently examine my breasts, so it seems unlikely that a noticeable and painful lump could develop gradu...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Sylvia: It is likely that you have ductal hyperplasia, which may be accompanied by cysts, resembling changes similar to water-filled sacs. After your menstrual period, observe whether there is a reduction in size and a decrease in pain. If the symptoms persist, it is advisab...[Read More] Sudden Breast Lump: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Breast Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Breast lump When breast development begins, there may be a small, movable lump in the center of the breast that can be slightly painful when pressed. I previously visited a breast surgeon who said there was no issue, but recently, in addition to some enlargement of the breast, th...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Shan: It is likely caused by the proliferation of breast ducts stimulated by female hormones; observation is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help