{"id":1343,"date":"2023-08-26T08:02:30","date_gmt":"2023-08-26T08:02:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.breastaware.gr\/?page_id=1343"},"modified":"2025-08-10T08:22:52","modified_gmt":"2025-08-10T08:22:52","slug":"%cf%88%ce%b7%ce%bb%ce%b1%cf%86%ce%b7%cf%84%cf%8c-%ce%bc%cf%8c%cf%81%cf%86%cf%89%ce%bc%ce%b1","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/staging.breastaware.gr\/en\/%ce%bf-%ce%bc%ce%b1%cf%83%cf%84%cf%8c%cf%82-%ce%bc%ce%bf%cf%85\/%cf%88%ce%b7%ce%bb%ce%b1%cf%86%ce%b7%cf%84%cf%8c-%ce%bc%cf%8c%cf%81%cf%86%cf%89%ce%bc%ce%b1\/","title":{"rendered":"Palpable Breast Mass"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Palpable Breast Mass: When Should I Be Concerned?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The discovery of apalpable mass in the breast<\/strong>is an event that often causes concern. Whether it is detected by the woman herself duringbreast self-palpation<\/strong>, or arises during preventive screening or by a physician, it raises reasonable questions: Is it something serious? Could it beBreast cancer<\/strong>;<\/p>\n

The reassuring news is that most palpable breast masses arebenign<\/strong>. However, proper and timely investigation is essential \u2014 not to cause alarm, but to ensure accurate knowledge.<\/p>\n

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What is a palpable mass?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A palpable mass is a lump or nodule distinct from the normal breast tissue, often characterized by different firmness or asymmetry. It may be felt on touch or accompanied by other symptoms, such as:<\/p>\n

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  • Pain or tenderness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    • Nipple discharge (bloody, white, or green)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Redness or skin changes over the breast<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        • Nipple retraction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          When should I seek evaluation?<\/strong><\/p>\n

          Even if the mass is painless, it should not be ignored. During medical assessment, the physician will consider:<\/p>\n

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          • Duration of the mass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            • Whether it varies with the menstrual cycle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              • Any changes in breast appearance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                • Personal or family history of breast cancer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                  What diagnostic tests are necessary for a mass?<\/strong><\/p>\n

                  Diagnosis combinesclinical breast examination with imaging assessment<\/strong>and, if necessary, biopsy.<\/p>\n

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                  1. Digital mammography<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    The first-line imaging for women over 35 years. Detects suspicious features associated withbreast cancer<\/strong>, even in asymptomatic cases.<\/p>\n

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                    1. Breast ultrasound:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Preferred in younger women (<30 years), pregnancy, or lactation due to dense breast tissue. Differentiates cystic, solid, or mixed masses.<\/p>\n

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                      1. Breast MRI:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        Used selectively when other imaging is inconclusive. Offers higher sensitivity but increased false positives.<\/p>\n

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                        Definitive diagnosis: The role of biopsy<\/strong><\/p>\n

                        No imaging modality can replace biopsy when there is suspicion ofmalignancy<\/strong>. The options include:<\/p>\n

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                        • Fine needle aspiration (FNA) or core needle biopsy, often ultrasound-guided<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                          • Surgical biopsy (in selected cases)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Histopathological examination determines whether the lesion is benign (e.g., fibroadenoma, cyst, fat necrosis) or malignant, guiding appropriate treatment or surveillance.<\/p>\n

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                            Conclusion: Don\u2019t ignore the signs \u2014 Act responsibly<\/strong><\/p>\n

                            Your body gives you signals. Apalpable lump in the breast<\/strong>does not necessarily meancancer<\/strong>, but it should always be properly evaluated. The earlier a potential problem is detected, the greater the range of safe and effective treatment options.<\/p>\n

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                            Why get informed at breastaware.gr?<\/strong><\/p>\n

                            Atbreastaware.gr<\/strong>you will find reliable and comprehensible information on breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, and care. We are here to help you care for yourself with knowledge and confidence.<\/p>\n

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                            Bibliography: <\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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                            1. American Cancer Society. Breast Lumps. 2023.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
                            2. O\u2019Flynn EA, Wilson AR, Michell MJ. Image-guided breast biopsy: state-of-the-art. <\/span>Clin Radiol. 2010;65(4):259\u201370.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
                            3. Berg WA, Blume JD, Cormack JB, et al. Combined screening with ultrasound and mammography vs mammography alone in women at elevated risk of breast cancer. <\/span>JAMA. 2008;299(18):2151\u201363.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
                            4. Elmore JG, Armstrong K, Lehman CD, Fletcher SW. Screening for breast cancer. JAMA. 2005;293(10):1245\u201356.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
                            5. Saslow D, Boetes C, Burke W, et al. American Cancer Society guidelines for breast screening with MRI as an adjunct to mammography. <\/span>CA Cancer J Clin. 2007;57(2):75\u201389.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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