🎗️
General & SystemicModerate
Breast Lump
General Surgery · General & Systemic
Moderate
Severity
Common — the majority of breast lumps evaluated are benign, though breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers in women
Prevalence
No
Contagious
General Surgery
Specialist
Back to Breast Lump's full page
🔬Causes & Risk Factors
- 1Common benign causes include fibroadenomas
- 2fibrocystic breast changes related to hormonal fluctuations
- 3cysts
- 4and fat necrosis following injury. Malignant lumps arise from uncontrolled growth of breast tissue cells
- 5with risk increased by family history
- 6genetic mutations such as BRCA1/BRCA2
- 7age
- 8and hormonal factors including early menstruation or late menopause. Infections such as mastitis can also cause a tender lump
- 9particularly during breastfeeding.
More About Breast Lump
About the Breast LumpWarning Signs of Breast LumpCommon Symptoms of Breast LumpHow Doctors Diagnose Breast LumpTreatment Options for Breast LumpBreast Lump PreventionBreast Lump ProgressionBreast Lump Treatment CostFrequently Asked Questions About Breast LumpAsk a Question About Breast LumpConditions Related to Breast Lump
Why Lab Dekho?
- ✅500+ verified specialists
- 🏥200+ partner hospitals across India
- 💰Best price guarantee on all services
- 🔒Insurance & cashless assistance
- 📞24/7 medical helpline support
Book a Specialist Consultation
Talk to a General Surgery expert today
Quick Cost Estimate
General Surgery Specialists Available
Consult online · Avg wait 15 min
Sponsored
Talk to a Specialist
Get expert guidance for this condition
⚕️ Medical Disclaimer
This page is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional. In emergencies, call 112.