Home » Frequently asked Questions on Health » Do I need surgical removal of my breast lump?
Do I need surgical removal of my breast lump?
Q: I am a 19 years old girl having a lump in my right breast. I was diagnosed with it six months back . The FNAC report stated that smears are cellular comprising of sheets of epithelial cells of apocrine type showing bimodal pattern. Single bare nuclei also present. Background is haemorrhagic. Impression: features correspond to benign epithelial proliferation. The doctor has asked me to undergo a surgery for removing the lump. Is surgery the only option?
A:Since the patient is only 19 years of age and the breast lump on FNAC
has shown benign epithelial proliferation, in all probability it is a
fibrocystic disease (fibroadenoma). Surgery for such conditions is
only suggested if
- It is big
- It is causing immense pain
- It is causing substantial symptoms.
- It is causing severe disfigurement.
- the FNAC shows atypical epithelial proliferation &
- there is a family history of breast cancer
Otherwise it is harmless and can be left as such without any problems.
RELATED FAQ
-
Why am I feeling chest pain two months after sympathectomy?
-
How long does healing take after circumcision?
-
Do I need to undergo surgery for lumps?
-
How long does a pig valve last?
-
How to avoid recurrence of pilonidal sinus and fistula?
-
What diet precautions should be taken after peptic ulcer surgery?