Tuesday, October 12, 2010

What is Fibroadenoma?

Fibroadenomas are solid breast lumps or masses that usually are round, easily moved, firm or rubbery, and painless. They seem to be influenced by estrogen; most fibroadenomas come and go during your menstrual cycle, when your hormone levels are changing. A fibroadenoma is usually diagnosed through clinical examination, ultrasound or mammography, and often a needle biopsy sample of the lump.

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