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Breast Cancer (Expert Forum)
Paget's Disease for the Breast
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Paget's Disease for the Breast
by SereneHealthNut, Sep 04, 2009 01:10PM
About 7 months ago, my right nipple started flaking around the areola, and became extremely itchy and red. It soon started releasing a sticky clear to green substance, which stuck to my bra and even the bandages I tried placing on the breast. It has recently returned to normal but I'm scared it will come back again. I checked online to see what I might have, and found all the syptoms (symptoms) fit Paget's disease. I'm very scared that I might have it, or even worse, underlying breast cancer, but I'm too embarrased to go see a doctor, especially since many sites stated that it was rare for those under 30, and I'm about half that age!
My question is, Is there any chance this could just be breast eczema, even though it's only on one breast?
If I should definately see a doctor, which specialized doctor should I see?
And is it necessary to have surgery once diagnosed? What are the chances it might become breast cancer?
Please Help.
My question is, Is there any chance this could just be breast eczema, even though it's only on one breast?
If I should definately see a doctor, which specialized doctor should I see?
And is it necessary to have surgery once diagnosed? What are the chances it might become breast cancer?
Please Help.
Doctor's Answer
by Cleveland Clinic, Sep 04, 2009 02:02PM
, Sep 04, 2009 02:02PM
Dear serenehealthnut: Breast Cancer is extremely uncommon in women under 20. Skin on the breast is like skin anywhere on the body and is subject to a variety of abnormalities, including infection, eczema etc. If it has returned to normal, it is more likely to be something other than cancer. However, if you are concerned or if this returns, you should bring it to the attention of your doctor. You don’t necessarily need a specialist just someone whom you are comfortable doing a breast examination.
I really appreciate it.