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Painless Breast Lumps Can Still Signal Early Cancer, Doctors Warn
Painless Breast Lumps Can Still Signal Early Cancer, Doctors Warn
Painlessness does not rule out breast cancer, Dr Rahul Pathade of Surya Sahyadri Hospitals tells Times Now News. Many early-stage cancers cause no pain, so waiting for discomfort can delay diagnosis. Although…
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Painlessness does not rule out breast cancer, Dr Rahul Pathade of Surya Sahyadri Hospitals tells Times Now News. Many early-stage cancers cause no pain, so waiting for discomfort can delay diagnosis. Although lumps may result from fibroadenomas, cysts or hormonal changes, pain, size and texture alone cannot establish whether one is benign. A persistent or enlarging lump, hardness, irregularity, skin dimpling, nipple inversion or unexplained discharge warrants prompt medical assessment.
Doctors may use a clinical examination, ultrasound, mammography or, in selected cases, MRI. If scans appear concerning, a core needle biopsy can confirm the diagnosis. The report says early detection can allow less invasive treatment, including breast-conserving surgery in suitable cases. It also notes that biopsy does not cause cancer to spread, countering a long-standing misconception.
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The lazy claim that every lump means cancer is as unhelpful as the reassuring myth that a painless lump is harmless. Most lumps may be benign, but only examination and, when needed, imaging or biopsy can establish that. Women should not panic or self-diagnose from pain, size or texture. The practical test is simple: does a new lump persist beyond the menstrual cycle, grow, or come with visible breast or nipple changes? If so, seek medical advice promptly.
Source: timesnownews.com
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