Patient's question:
My mom is 42 years old and has already stopped menstruating. Yesterday, she told me that she always has nipple discharge and wanted me to take her to the hospital for a check-up. I did a little research online, and I found that nipple discharge could be breast cancer. Besides nipple discharge, what other symptoms are there for breast cancer?Doctor's answer:
Nipple discharge does not necessarily indicate breast cancer. There are many reasons that can cause nipple discharge, the most common being conditions such as fibrocystic breast changes and duct ectasia, but it is not ruled out that some women may experience nipple discharge due to breast cancer. It is necessary to undergo thorough examination to diagnose the condition. After conducting a nipple discharge test, if cancer cells are detected, immediate treatment should be initiated. Women aged 45-49 and 60-64 are at peak periods for the onset of the disease.