fibroadenoma

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Q: Should I get an excisional biopsy for my small fibroadenoma?
Well, ive read that they’re benign. I guess im worried coz my grandma had breast cancer. I initially was brave about the biopsy, but now i feel like it’s unnecessary and i could get away with just needle biopsy or monitoring the thing. Need help deciding..oh, and i don’t know if im imagining it, but it could have been bothering me as well, but when i got it checked out, the nurse said it was around 1cm dia., no biggie.

A: Ultimately, you have to do what is right for YOU. But, if it were me, I would not have an excisional biopsy. A fibroadenoma is benign….it is not cancer, and it will not magically become cancer. How does one cure a “well” patient? Surgery, in these cases, is unnecessary.

“Fibroadenoma is the most common benign, solid growth in the breasts. Fibroadenoma is round, movable, and firm. Fibroadenoma has no significant risk of becoming cancer and does not put a patient at increased risk of breast cancer.”

http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/acrbi.asp

“Fibroadenomas are common benign (non-cancerous) breast tumors often too small to feel by hand, though occasionally, they may grow to be several inches in diameter. Fibroadenomas are made up of both glandular and stromal (connective) breast tissue and usually occur in women between 20-30 years of age. Fibroadenomas often stop growing or even shrink on their own without any treatment. In these cases, doctors do not recommend having the tumors removed. Fibroadenoma surgery may involve removing a margin of breast tissue surrounding the fibroadenoma.”

http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/ultrasound_images2.asp

A family history of breast cancer does not mean that you will get it. Most breast cancers are not related to the breast cancer gene. So, if you were to eventually be diagnosed with breast cancer, most likely it would be coincidental to your grandmother’s breast cancer.

“About 5% to 10% of breast cancer cases are thought to be hereditary, resulting directly from gene changes (called mutations) inherited from a parent.”

http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_4_2X_What_are_the_risk_factors_for_breast_cancer_5.asp?sitearea=

Aside from the risks and costs of a surgery, few women realize the other problem with internal scarring. An excisional biopsy not only causes external scarring, but scarring which will be seen on mammograms. An internal surgical scar can look very similar to a cancer on future mammograms.

If anything, I would opt for a needle core biopsy (not to be confused with a fine needle aspiration). A core biopsy can be done with ultrasound guidance, meaning we can see the needle enter the suspicious area, so we are sure we have the correct tissue. The cores removed are very small, but they are surgical grade, meaning the pathologist can make an accurate diagnosis. Even if I had an area in the breast which was highly suspicious for breast cancer, I would start with a needle core biopsy. The surgeon would not be going into my procedure uninformed, but would have a diagnosis before an open biopsy, and that could alter the type of surgery needed. Many women who have an excisional biopsy which diagnoses cancer go back to surgery to remove more tissue or lymph nodes.

I hope this gives you more to think about, and does not confuse you further! Best wishes!

Q: Does anyone have fibroadenoma in both breasts?
I have 1 in my right for about 2 years, and today I think I felt a small lump in my left but sometimes I can feel something and other times nothing at all. My period is due in about 10 days, I don’t know whether or not it part of my cycle. Does anyone have some lumpiness before their period?

A: my ex-wife use to,..huge and hard

they would disapear after the period

Q: Does anyone have experience with a fibroadenoma in one of their breast?
And did it impact your breastfeeding, or did you have it removed during pregnancy/immediately after delivering?

(i.e. – Fibroadenomas are solid, firm tumors that are usually painless or only slightly tender. The’re often found in women 30-35 years old. They also sometimes grow quickly in teenagers or during pregnancy.)

A: i had 2 before i was pregnant. ask your doc…since they’re harmless (just uncomfortable) , i can’t imagine they would remove them while you were pregnant. they shouldn’t interfere with breastfeeding.

Q: testing before outpatient surgery for fibroadenoma?
Im going to be having a simple outpatient surgery to remove a fibroadenoma from my breast. Im supposed to be going to get testing done though before to make sure im healthy i guess? my question is, if i have done coke twice (small amounts) within the past 2 months and smoked weed (very occasionally) within the past 6 months, will they deny me the surgery? Does this show up during testing?

A: They will not be doing drug screening. If you are to have general anesthesia, they will probably do an EKG (heart testing), CBC (blood count), Chem 7 or 20 (electrolyte test of blood), and urinalysis to make sure your kidneys are working properly. But if you have smoked weed and done coke, please be honest with the anesthesiologist when he comes and interviews you and asks you questions. These drugs and the smoking of anything need can interfer with your anesthesia, so your doctor who puts you to sleep must know. He will only use this information to make sure you are safe during the surgery and for no other reason, so you can tell him, he won’t call the law on you. Good Luck And I forgot, they may get a chest X-ray on you too.

Q: I have been diagnosed of a fibroadenoma on my right breast and was advised by the doctor to have it removed?
..since it is considered quite large in size (1.77 x 2.05 x 0.85 cm). The doctor said that it would be better to have it removed as early as now since it may grow larger in the future if just left alone. Is it wise to do so? By the way, I’m still 22.

All answers will be appreciated. Thanks.

A: It’s not cancer!!
Fibroadenomas are the most common BENIGN tumors of the female breast. They develop at any age but are more common in young women, often teenagers, and are mistaken for cancer. They may be excised but frequently recur.
I had a big fibroadenoma cyst removed when I was 18, you could actually feel it and tell that may left breath was bigger. Don’t worry, the best thing to do is to remove it so it doesn’t bother you or give you any issues in the future, it’s not doing anything there!My fibroadenoma was even bigger than yours.
After removing it, keep alert for any other possible cysts that can appear. But do not panic about your fibroadenoma, its more common than you think and feel blessed that its isn’t cancer.
P.s: I think what caused mine was my birth control, because it started growing at the same time I started to take it and after removing mine I was feeling a little on growing again, so I stoped taking my birth control and it disappeared. I think it had to many hormones for me.
I hope my answer was helpful!
Good luck =)

Q: a few months ago i went to the hospital to get my right breast checked and the found fibroadenoma ?
they told me i was going to be fine, that it was none cancerous, but i have notice that these lumps have grown and every time i lay on them it’s painful. its this normal plz help

A: Hi
Fibroadenomas do not pose an increased risk of cancer, but they may be markers of it. They may be related to excess estrogen, so birth-control pills, dietary animal fat and excess fat on the body might all have some effect on whether they go away on their own or continue to grow.

If you are estrogen dominant, some things you might consider are: reducing your weight, reducing dietary animal fat (especially from sources that put hormones in the feed) and seeking treatment with progesterone. If you are on birth control pills, you may need to change your brand or dosage or get off of them entirely.

Also, there are some nutrients (extracts from broccoli) that are protective against certain forms of estrogen that are associated with health problems. Two of these nutrients are DIM (Diindolylmethane) and indole-3-carbinol.

On a related note: there is increasing evidence that getting adequate Vitamin D from the sun and supplements (2,000 IU/day is recommended on days you don’t get midday sun without sunblock) is protective against breast cancer.

I hope the following articles might be of some help.

Good luck!

Q: should I have a fibroadenoma removed?
recently had two breast biopsies, should I have a fibroadenoma removed to alleviate future problems and confusions?

A: I have done been a registered mammographer for about 15 years. I would leave a fibroadenoma alone with these “ifs” satisfied:
IF it has been proven with needle/core biopsy to be a fibroadenoma
IF it is not large enough to cause me pain or interfer with my daily life

A fibroadenoma is not malignant. It may grow, it may not. Once you have an open biopsy (aside from cost, surgical risks etc), your mammogram will never look the same. It is very hard to tell the difference on film between an old scar and a cancer. You can safely monitor a proven fibroadenoma and you can always change your mind if it does get too large, etc.

Q: I’m a 16 year teen with a Fibroadenoma condition..should I get it removed?
I went to the doctor and I consider to get it removed. But now I changed my mind because I’m scared. Since I’m still young should I get it removed now, or wait until I get an adult to get it removed.

A: removed now. better safe then sorry.

Q: I have fibroadenoma?can i take clarified butter or ghee?can i take full cream milk?
can i eat potatoes nd rice?

A: Treatments for breast fibroadenomas include a low-fat, high-fiber, vegetarian-type diet; a reduction in caffeine intake; supplementation with evening primrose oil (Oenothera biennis), flax oil, or fish oil and vitamins E and C.
Full cream milk would have a high fat content. I would suggest changing to a skimmed milk or a semi-skimmed milk-These would be a better choice.
Clarified butter/Ghee is actually nothing but the fat. The milk solids and water are separated from the butter fat. The fat is then left behind and use to cook with. You would be better using a butter substitute or a very low fat butter.
Rice & potatoes are fine to eat! They are high in fibre and don’t contain too much fat.
Good Luck!

Q: Can birth control cause fibroadenoma?
I only ask because i just had one removed and am recovering from surgery. My doctor said it was odd because I am not experiancing anything that would cause a huge hormonal change in my body. The only thing I can think of is my birthcontrol.

A: No.

Q: can someone please explain to me the term ” fibroadenoma”?
A friend had a cytology test(FNA) and the results shows that she has FIBROADENOMA.

A: Fibroadenomas are one of the findings that can be seen on your mammogram. They are benign (not cancerous) breast tumors that are made of glandular and fibrous breast tissue. Fibroadenomas can occur alone, in groups or as a complex. If you have multiple or complex fibroadenomas, this may raise your risk of breast cancer slightly.

Q: Does fibroadenoma of the breast lead to breast cancer?

A: it is a benign disorder, does not lead to cancer, just ensure that you feel it once a month and if it seems to be changing size or consistency then you talk to your doctor asap, good luck

Q: does anybody know the pathogenesis of fibroadenoma?
wat are its precipitating and predisposing factors, its causes and how these things lead to formation of a benign mass in the breast called fibroadenoma…

A: I did a search on this to see what I could find and am including the link to the search I did:

http://search.yahoo.com/search?p=What%20is%20the%20pathogenesis%20of%20fibroadenomas?

Q: Has anyone ever had a non-cystic fibroadenoma in the breast?
I have a painfull lump in my right breast I went to the doc yesterday and he sent me for an ultrasound today well I got the results back already and he said it was a non-cystic fibroadenoma that has to be removed because its 2 and a half cm/2and a half cm. that they need to remove and do a biopsy even tho he says that these are non-cancer but because of the size they need to make sure there arnt any bad cells getting ready to form or see if any have already. It has already been explained to me what it is but what I am wanting to know is if there are any other women out there that has had one of these and what do I expect as far as surgical procedure and pain afterwards.I see the surgeon tues. for pre-surg consult.

A: I had surgery just a few months ago, 3 lumps removed, all benign fibroadenomas. The procedure itself was pretty simple. It was outpatient surgery, and I think I was only in the hospital for about 6 hours. That included prep, surgery, and recovery.

I had quite a bit of pain afterwards, but I DID have 3 incisions, and you have to admit…they’re in a really awkward place! It’s very difficult to do anything for yourself and I had a really hard time lifting anything larger than a book for about a week. I also have a very physical job, so the surgeon told me to wait at least 4-5 weeks before going back. Again, I had 3 incisions, so hopefully you’ll recover more quickly with just one.

Getting the lump removed is the best thing to do. Without a biopsy, there’s no way to tell for sure if it is or isn’t cancer, and leaving it to grow can only cause problems, especially if it’s painful.

Good luck, and gather your friends, they’ll support you. I know how scary it can be and I wouldn’t have made it thru as well as I did without my friends to help and support me.

Q: why isn’t anyone answering my question?Does anyone have a fibroadenoma?
does anyone have a fibroadenoma on there breast and if you do can it disapper or get bigger i’m concerned?
i met to say in there breast lady’s

A: hi, I am in the process of finding out if I have fibroadenoma or something else. Are you sure it is getting bigger or is just moving closer to the outside of breast ( which in my case has made it more painful). Also you say that it is getting bigger, but do you feel like you can move the lump around a little? If you can that’s usually good thing. Make sure that you see a doctor, I am sure that it is nothing to worry about. However, it’s nice to have a piece of mind. I have listed a web site that will answer you questions from a medical stand point.

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