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Breast Health Diaries: Fibroadenoma

- Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment.

By Vandana SharmaPublished 3 years ago 4 min read
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Today, health conditions are not just about physical health. The awareness of mental health, as well as breast health, is an important factor in one’s life. The need to acquire a strong notion of awareness and recognition of one’s discomfort is important. It is indeed a fact of life to obtain an insight into things that can help you in the future terms.

Breast area witnesses several changes that demand plenty of nurture and care because these changes are a fact of life that cannot be denied. But whenever one encounters swollen breasts or visible lumps, feels pain and tightness, and so on, we fear the worst, that is breast cancer, over any other condition.

Breast health at any given time is the most exceptional factor that most women fail to understand. By the time they realize the significance, it becomes too late.

The crucial stage of any breast pain can lead to any unexpected and unfortunate events in the future. Hence, understanding the step to seek professional health is important.

Though it is a fact that most people aren’t even aware of the symptoms and types of breast pain and conditions. This lack of information can stand as a further disastrous situation if not dealt with it immediately.

There are various reasons for dealing with breast pain. A few of them are as follows:

 Cyst formation

 Breast injury

 Muscular pain

 Breast abscess

 Costochondritis

 Fibroadenoma

 Breast cancer

Breast pain can occur at any age at any phase. Though the reason and cause might vary. Similarly, the breast conditions too vary.

The major perception a woman gets into while having breast pain is that they have breast cancer while ruling out all the other innumerable possibilities. Especially when it comes to younger women, it becomes difficult to lead the way to the right guidance.

When it comes to younger girls, the major cause of breast pain is Fibroadenoma.

Fibroadenoma is the most commonly diagnosed breast tumour among young girls. This is non-cancerous which occurs between the age range of 15 years to 35 years. Although the chances of Fibroadenoma converting into breast cancer is a rare possibility. The complex tissues can have the chance of developing into breast cancer.

The commonly addressed symptoms of Fibroadenoma are as follows:

• Firm

• Rubbery lump

• Painless lump and painful lump depending on the body condition

• Easily movable

If we focus on the size of the lump, they are 1 to 2 cm. Rarely the lump outgrows till 5 cm. While breast cancer lump grows invasively in the breast. Hence, the difference is huge enough to bear.

Though most such conditions are a result of reproductive hormones every month. The lump shrinks right after menstrual conditions. And thus, the need for the surgical method can be kept aside.

But the indications that assure the need for breast surgery are as follows:

 Abnormal biopsy results

 Pain

 Family history of breast cancer

 Increase in size of the lump

 Concern or crucial symptoms of cancer

And so on.

Fibroadenoma majorly is traced as a single lump though there are cases where multiple fibroadenomas are diagnosed.

With this set of information, you might have understood that Fibroadenoma is a case that has solutions. Panicking for such conditions can be avoided.

The best breast surgeon will guide you through the procedures well and good. Handing over your recovery responsibilities to someone with a great experience is a must. The more you unfold the possible ventures for your health conditions, the better you can outgrow it.

There are numerous types of this condition. They are as follows:

 Simple Fibroadenoma: The microscope cannot change the view.

 Complex Fibroadenoma: Bigger in comparison, it affects older women. They might have cells that can grow rapidly.

 Juvenile Fibroadenoma: This is found in young girls which shrink over time (menstrual cycle). Some directly disappear.

 Giant Fibroadenoma: These lumps can grow larger than 2 inches. This one needs to be treated.

Fibroadenoma can be removed in various ways. Such as

• Lumpectomy or Excisional Biopsy

• Cryoablation

Though this depends upon your stage and other medical conditions which differ accordingly.

Breast health is gaining significance over the period. Awareness of this condition is spreading like a wildfire. Though every disease of the breast area needs the same attention which is given to breast cancer.

As there are numerous conditions that one can go through a lifetime, it becomes important to heal out of it. Only then the best breast treatment from the right doctors can be achieved.

Other conditions that could be a reason for breast pain, in brief, are as follows:

 Muscular pain: This is a common issue that can be healed undiagnosed as well.

 Breast injury: This could cause nipple tear, blood clotting which needs the attention of a medical practitioner.

 Breast abscess: This is a state due to breastfeeding which leads to infection.

 Costochondritis: This is a swelling over the ribs that can be managed through a local injection.

 Breast cancer: Rarely diagnosed but cannot deny the possibility.

In comparison to all of these, Fibroadenoma doesn’t cause many complications.

Due to technological advancements, researching any situation is convenient. Making the most of the available resources is vital to gain better exposure.

Today, say yes to breast health without any worries or tensions. Lead your way to better health each day and make your route to progress clear and trustworthy.

To know more about breast health issues, visit your nearest hospital and begin your journey to recovery.

Life is too short to bear the inexpressible discomfort. But rather heal it and live without any regrets.

Stay Happy! Stay Healthy!

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