Breast cysts are extremely common, particularly in women aged 35-50. They are thought to develop in response to normal hormonal changes in the body. Women who have fibrocystic breast tissue are more likely...

What is a fibroadenoma? Fibroadenomas are the most common benign or non-cancerous tumor of the breast in young women. Fibroadenomas can occur in one or both breasts. How is it caused? The exact...

Although breast cancer is common, non-cancerous breast masses are even more common. In these additional articles, fibrocystic change, breast cysts, and fibroadenomas are discussed as frequently encountered non-cancerous breast masses. A breast lipoma...

Lymph nodes serve as filters for our lymphatic system and are normally present throughout the body. The mere presence of a lymph node in the breast does not automatically signal the presence of...

Sebaceous cysts, also referred to as epidermal inclusion cysts, are typically harmless, slow growing bumps felt under the skin. These can occur in many locations of the body, including the breasts and axillae...

Breast trauma is relatively common. After experiencing breast trauma patients are often sent for diagnostic breast imaging to evaluate changes in the breast noticed either by the patient or primary care provider. Although soft...

What is Gynecomastia? Gynecomastia is a condition in which men have enlarged breasts, the most common benign disorder of the male breast tissue. It may be present in one or both breasts. How...