Do breast pain and a lump indicate cancer recurrence?
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I am 38 years old and have a small lump. I was treated for metastatic breast cancer two years ago, recently started noticing breast pain, and have been on hormonal therapy since then.
Could this be a recurrence, or are there benign reasons for new breast changes in someone with my medical history?
Please help me.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I can understand your concern.
You were treated for metastatic breast carcinoma two years ago and are now experiencing breast pain along with a small lump. This could be due to benign conditions, a recurrence of cancer, or hormonal influences.
The next step in the management of a breast lump involves triple assessment, which includes:
Clinical examination of the lump.
Radiological examination (such as a mammogram or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).
Histopathological examination (biopsy of the lump).
Following these steps allows for a definitive diagnosis in approximately 99 % of cases.
I strongly suggest that you consult your surgeon or oncologist as soon as possible to evaluate the lump. This should be followed by a mammogram of both breasts and a biopsy of the lump, as advised by your healthcare provider.
I hope this answer helps you.
Please let me know if I can assist you further, and feel free to stay in touch for any future updates.
Thank you.
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