Dr. Pooja Agarwal Best Breast Cancer Surgeon in Kolkata talks about fibroadenosis. She explains fibroadenosis on this blog –
Understanding fibroadenosis
Fibrocystic breast disease is the most common benign type of breast disease, diagnosed in millions of women worldwide. Benign breast conditions are quite common — even more common than breast cancer.Also known as fibrocystic disease of the breast- a condition in which the breast develops lumps which feel heavy and uncomfortable says Top Breast Cancer Surgeon in Kolkata Dr. Pooja Agarwal.
Common Symptoms of Fibroadenosis By Breast Specialist in Kolkata :
> Lumps in the breasts
> Pain or tenderness (Pain on Touch Only)
> Itching in the nipple.
> Increase or heaviness in the breast
> Our breasts undergo changes every month, which is related to hormonal fluctuations(estrogen, progesterone) with respect to the menstrual cycle- which causes these symptoms.
> Is it harmful?? not really, but can cause a lot of discomfort.
> Should you be concerned about breast pain?? no reason to panic, talk to us, we will evaluate and and rule out any cause of pain or fear.
Many benign breast conditions don’t increase your risk of developing breast cancer later on.
Some of them cause symptoms, while others may be picked up on a routine screening mammogram or ultrasound. They include :
- Breast Cysts
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Fibroadenoma
- Calcifications
- Central Intraductal Papilloma
- Papillary Apocrine Change