Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: There is a lump in the breast that resembles a milk kernel, and it is very painful.Duration and onset of the current illness: Started yesterday
Current general condition: I am currently breastfeeding, and my baby is just 5.5 months old. Left breast
Medical history: None
What is this? Can I take medication?
Doctor's answer:
?Hello, lumps can occur in the breast in many cases, such as with fibrocystic changes and fibromas. It is necessary to go to the hospital for targeted examinations, early diagnosis, and early treatment. Once you notice a lump or tenderness in the breast, do not panic. You can wait for a few days to see if it changes. If there is tenderness or a distinct lump, you should visit a breast surgeon for a thorough examination and communicate fully with the doctor to understand the cause of the pain and lump. Some people may experience intermittent pain, but breast pain does not always indicate breast cancer. Even if a breast lump can be felt, it may not necessarily be breast cancer. This is because breast cancer rarely causes pain or other obvious symptoms in its early stages. Early detection mainly relies on breast self-examinations and mammography. Breast cancer pain usually occurs only when the tumor has grown large enough to invade the surrounding nerves of the chest wall. Therefore, most occasional breast pain can be addressed systematically by seeking medical attention and examinations, and there is no need to be overly anxious.