Breast Conditions
Most breast changes are not cancer — but any new or persistent change deserves assessment. These guides explain common conditions, their causes, and crucially, when to seek medical advice. Each is reviewed by Mr Debashis Ghosh.
Breast lump
When a lump needs checking — and what to expect.
Nipple discharge
Which types of discharge warrant assessment.
Breast pain
Common causes and when to seek advice.
Breast cyst
Fluid-filled lumps — usually benign.
Fibroadenoma
A common benign breast lump.
Inflammatory breast cancer
A rare but urgent presentation to recognise.
Paget's disease of the nipple
Nipple skin changes that need assessment.
Inverted nipples
Lifelong vs newly inverted nipples.
Dense breast tissue
What it means for screening.
Worried about a breast symptom?
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