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What is breast cancer in men? Cancer starts when cells change and grow out of control. The changed (abnormal) cells often grow to form a lump or mass called a tumor. Cancer cells can also grow into (invade) nearby areas.…

Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS) is a rare, inherited condition. It’s passed to a child from a parent. PJS is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder. This means you only need 1 copy of the altered (mutated) gene to have PJS. About 3…

What are some common fibrocystic breast changes? Fibrocystic breast changes are symptoms you may feel in your breasts right before your period. Your breasts may feel lumpy, swollen, or sore. This is a very common condition. It is not a…

Breast changes You may have many changes in your breasts as a teen and young adult. Some changes are linked to your menstrual cycle. Others may be linked to birth control pills, or to other hormonal forms of birth control. In…

How are benign breast conditions and infections diagnosed? To diagnose a breast condition, your healthcare provider will take your complete health history. Your provider may also: Do a complete physical exam to: Locate any lump…

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There are many changes that a young woman’s body experiences during puberty – one change being the development of breasts. Listed in the directory below you will find additional information regarding breast health, for which we have provided a brief…

What are some common types of noncancer (benign) breast lumps? Two of the most common causes of noncancer (benign) single breast lumps are cysts and fibroadenomas. There are also several other conditions that can look like lumps, such as fat…

General guidelines for thawing frozen breastmilk When thawing frozen breastmilk: Use the oldest milk first, unless recently expressed milk is advised. Thaw breastmilk by putting the collection container in the refrigerator for several hours or…

You may have your procedure as an outpatient. This means you go home the same day. Or it may be done as part of a longer stay in the hospital. The way the procedure is done may vary. It depends…

It’s important to take care of your breast pump. With the correct care, it can last for as long as you choose to pump for this child. Read the instruction manual. Follow the recommendations for cleaning the equipment.…

What is a breast scan? A breast scan is an imaging test to look at your breasts. It may also be called a scintimammography or nuclear medicine breast imaging. It’s used when a mammogram hasn’t given your healthcare provider enough…