Papillomatosis of breasts
Papillomatosis of Breasts
Papillomatosis of breasts (pronunciation: puh-pil-oh-muh-TOH-sis of breasts) is a benign (benign) condition characterized by the presence of multiple small papillomas in the breast tissue.
Etymology
The term "papillomatosis" is derived from the word "papilloma", which comes from the Latin papilla meaning "nipple" and the Greek -oma meaning "tumor". The suffix "-osis" indicates a condition, often in the form of an increase or a disorder.
Definition
Papillomatosis of breasts is a condition where multiple, small, benign papillomas form in the breast tissue. These papillomas are typically less than 3mm in size. The condition is often discovered during routine mammography or breast ultrasound.
Symptoms
Symptoms of papillomatosis of breasts may include breast pain, nipple discharge, and a palpable lump in the breast. However, many women with this condition do not experience any symptoms.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of papillomatosis of breasts is typically made through imaging studies such as mammography or breast ultrasound. A biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out breast cancer.
Treatment
Treatment for papillomatosis of breasts may include regular monitoring, surgical removal of the papillomas, or in some cases, mastectomy. The choice of treatment depends on the size and number of papillomas, as well as the patient's overall health and personal preferences.
Related Terms
- Benign
- Papillomas
- Breast
- Mammography
- Breast ultrasound
- Breast pain
- Nipple discharge
- Lump
- Biopsy
- Breast cancer
- Mastectomy
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Papillomatosis of breasts
- Wikipedia's article - Papillomatosis of breasts
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