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Fibrocystic breast disease is described as common, benign (non-cancerous) changes in the tissues of the breast. The term "disease" in this case is misleading, and many providers prefer the term "change." The condition i...
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Symptoms
A dense, irregular and bumpy "cobblestone" consistency in the breast tissue; Usually more marked in the outer upper qua...
Causes
The cause is not completely understood, but the changes are believed to be associated with ovarian hormones since the c...
Tests
Physical examination reveals the presence of mobile (non-anchored) breast "masses." These masses are usually rounded, w...
Treatments
Self care may include restricting dietary fat to approximately 25% of the total daily calorie intake, and eliminating c...
Complications
Because fibrocystic changes may make breast examination and mammography more difficult to interpret, early cancerous le...
Prevention
Reduction of dietary fat and caffeine if you have fibrocystic breast changes has been suggested, although recent studie...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you feel a new, unusual, or "dominant" lump during a breast self-examination. Call fo...
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