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Breast Engorgement On this page: What is breast engorgement? Breast engorgement means your breasts are painfully overfull …
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Breast Lumps On this page: Overview Overview Breast lumps are common, especially in women ages 30 to 50. … number of conditions can result in a lump or lumps in your breast. Most of these conditions are harmless or of minor …
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Breast Cancer in Men (Male Breast Cancer) On this page: Related … or armpit may first be checked with a mammogram or an ultrasound. If either of these tests show signs of cancer, a … or armpit may first be checked with a mammogram or an ultrasound. If either of these tests show signs of cancer, a …
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Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy) for Breast Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect … Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy) removes the cancer …
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Breast Cancer Types On this page: Overview Overview Breast cancer is the abnormal growth of the cells that line the ducts and lobes of the breast. When breast cancer has spread outside the ducts or …
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Breast Self-Examination On this page: Test Overview How It … Done Risks Test Overview A breast self-examination involves checking your breasts for lumps or changes. Many breast problems are first …
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Breast Pain (Mastalgia) On this page: Overview Overview Many women have breast tenderness and pain, also called mastalgia. It may … (non-cyclic). Cyclic pain is the most common type of breast pain. It may be caused by the normal monthly changes …
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… Inflammatory Breast Cancer On this page: What is inflammatory breast cancer? Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare, fast-growing type of breast cancer. …
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Breast Cancer Screening On this page: Overview Related … are the best screening test for people at average risk of breast cancer. Guidelines for when to start having … often to have a mammogram. Your doctor can help you find a breast cancer screening program in your area. For people who …
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Breast surgery and breastfeeding Last updated August 5, 2013 Some types of breast surgery can create challenges for breastfeeding. If you have had or are considering breast