Breast Fibroadenoma is a common benign tumor of the Breast found in young women – typically within 20 years after onset of puberty.
Though it can occur earlier in black women, obese women of any race, women who smoke, and more.
Can enlarge during Pregnancy
As age increases so should the concern of other possibilities that are more alarming then breast fibroadenoma.
The exact cause of breast fibroademonas are unknown.
Multiple tumors can be found in 10-15% of patients.
Can be confused or missed as Breast Cancer.
Symptoms:
- A round or oval nodule is found on exam.
- They can be rubbery
- Somewhat movable
- Usually non-tender but not always
Risk Factors
- Likely Genetic
- Age
- Obesity
- Smoking
- Hormonal involvement
- Race
- Others
Treatment
No treatment is necessary.
Further workup may include fine needle aspiration and cytology report to rule out breast cancer or other findings.
Ultrasound is done in some cases
Surgical Removal
- Some women may decide to removed the fibroademona
Continual monitoring by Mammograms, Ultrasounds, and additional physical exams.
Prognosis
The prognosis for fobroadenoma’s are great due to the non-cancerous aspect of this finding
Some arguments for increased Breast Cancer risk are found for those who have fibroademonas, therefore continual monitoring by a health care professional should be sought.