lump in breast

[maryam122]

hello:) i wanted to ask...what is the difference between a benign lump and a cancerous lumb seen on the breast? and is it clearly defined by palpitation ?

[vana88]

I am 20 years old and have had an ultrasound about 5 years ago which determined I have a non-cancerous lump in my left breast. I will admit I used to try and pump small bits of milk out of it when I was younger out of curiosity (very rarely), and little to nothing would come out. Maybe the lump is a result of this? Today it feels like I have 2 cysts instead of just one, I'm looking into having another ultrasound when I can finally afford it... What is inside a cyst? Is it possible for this to turn cancerous overtime if I smoke? How much do biopsys run?

[DrNoopurMD]

Hi,

How are you?
Please remember benign breast lumps are much more common than malignant ones. Benign breast lumps like fibroadenoma feel smooth and move easily within the breast tissue, therefore the name breast mouse.
Another common benign breast lump is a breast cyst which is usually tender to touch.
It is very difficult to differentiate the two just by palpation. As a rule all breast lumps should be clinically evaluated.
Please consult your doctor and keep us posted.