Fibroadenoma of the breast

Is a common benign tumor found in young women – typically within 20 years after onset of puberity.

Can occur even earlier in black women and is seen more often.

The cause of breast fibroademonas are unkown

Multiple tumors can be found in 10-15% of patients

Symptoms:

   -    A round or oval nodule is found on exam.

   -    They can be rubbery

   -    Somewhat movable

   -    Usually non-tender

Can enlarge during pregnancy

As age increases so should the concern of other possibilities that are more alarming then breast fibroadenoma

No treatment is necessary if diagnosis is by fine needle aspiration and cytology report.

Some women may decide to removed the fibroademona

Continual monitoring by Mammograms , Ultrasounds, and additional physical exams.

The prognosis for fobroadenoma’s are great due to the non-cancerous aspect of this finding

Some arguements for increased breast cancer risk are found for those who have fibroademonas, therefore continual monitoring by a health care professional should be sought.