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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Fibroadenoma | |||
| image = [[File:Breast_fibradenoma_(1).jpg]] | |||
| caption = Gross pathology of a fibroadenoma of the breast | |||
| field = [[Oncology]], [[Pathology]] | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| symptoms = [[Breast lump]], [[breast pain]] | |||
| complications = | |||
| onset = [[Reproductive age]] | |||
| duration = | |||
| types = | |||
| causes = Unknown | |||
| risks = [[Hormonal changes]], [[family history]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[mammography]], [[ultrasound]], [[biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Breast cancer]], [[breast cyst]] | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = [[Observation]], [[surgical excision]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Generally benign | |||
| frequency = Common in young women | |||
}} | |||
'''Fibroadenoma''' is a benign [[tumor]] that primarily affects women under the age of 30. It is the most common benign tumor of the [[breast]], and it is especially prevalent among women in their 20s and 30s. | '''Fibroadenoma''' is a benign [[tumor]] that primarily affects women under the age of 30. It is the most common benign tumor of the [[breast]], and it is especially prevalent among women in their 20s and 30s. | ||
== Introduction == | |||
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Fibroadenomas are firm, smooth, rubbery or hard lumps that move easily within the breast tissue. They are usually painless and are most often found by the woman herself. They tend to be round and have distinct, smooth borders. | Fibroadenomas are firm, smooth, rubbery or hard lumps that move easily within the breast tissue. They are usually painless and are most often found by the woman herself. They tend to be round and have distinct, smooth borders. | ||
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== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of fibroadenomas is unknown, but they are thought to be related to reproductive hormones. They often enlarge during [[pregnancy]] and shrink during [[menopause]], which suggests that estrogen and progesterone may play a role in their growth. | The exact cause of fibroadenomas is unknown, but they are thought to be related to reproductive hormones. They often enlarge during [[pregnancy]] and shrink during [[menopause]], which suggests that estrogen and progesterone may play a role in their growth. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Fibroadenomas are usually diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, [[mammography]], and [[ultrasound]]. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis. | Fibroadenomas are usually diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, [[mammography]], and [[ultrasound]]. In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Most fibroadenomas do not require treatment unless they are large, rapidly growing, or causing discomfort. In these cases, they can be removed surgically. Some small fibroadenomas may disappear on their own, while others may remain the same size or even grow slightly. | Most fibroadenomas do not require treatment unless they are large, rapidly growing, or causing discomfort. In these cases, they can be removed surgically. Some small fibroadenomas may disappear on their own, while others may remain the same size or even grow slightly. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Breast cancer]] | * [[Breast cancer]] | ||
* [[Breast lump]] | * [[Breast lump]] | ||
* [[Breast self-exam]] | * [[Breast self-exam]] | ||
* [[Mammogram]] | * [[Mammogram]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Breast diseases]] | [[Category:Breast diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Tumors]] | [[Category:Tumors]] | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
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| Fibroadenoma | |
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| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Breast lump, breast pain |
| Complications | |
| Onset | Reproductive age |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Unknown |
| Risks | Hormonal changes, family history |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, mammography, ultrasound, biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Breast cancer, breast cyst |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Observation, surgical excision |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Generally benign |
| Frequency | Common in young women |
| Deaths | N/A |
Fibroadenoma is a benign tumor that primarily affects women under the age of 30. It is the most common benign tumor of the breast, and it is especially prevalent among women in their 20s and 30s.
Introduction[edit]
Fibroadenomas are firm, smooth, rubbery or hard lumps that move easily within the breast tissue. They are usually painless and are most often found by the woman herself. They tend to be round and have distinct, smooth borders.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of fibroadenomas is unknown, but they are thought to be related to reproductive hormones. They often enlarge during pregnancy and shrink during menopause, which suggests that estrogen and progesterone may play a role in their growth.
Diagnosis[edit]
Fibroadenomas are usually diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, mammography, and ultrasound. In some cases, a biopsy may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Most fibroadenomas do not require treatment unless they are large, rapidly growing, or causing discomfort. In these cases, they can be removed surgically. Some small fibroadenomas may disappear on their own, while others may remain the same size or even grow slightly.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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