The Breast Flashcards
1
Q
Clinical presentation of breast disease
A
Pain
Palpable mass
Nipple discharge
Mammography abnormality
2
Q
Symptoms of fibroystic disease
A
Lump in one or both breasts
Pain
Tenderness
Hormone related
3
Q
Cause of fat necrosis (breast)
A
Trauma = haemorrhage and necrosis
Mimics cancer
4
Q
Symptoms of mastitis
A
Inflammation - red tender and warm
Blocked ducts
5
Q
Causes and symptoms of fibroadenoma
A
Caused by pregnant hormones
Presents as rubbery lumps and reproductive tract
6
Q
Symptoms of papilloma
A
Watt like growth in breast ducts
Bleeding and discharge from the nipple
7
Q
Symptoms breast cancer
A
Lump Skin dimple Change of skin colour or texture Nipple appearance Clear or bloody fluid leak from breast
8
Q
Symptoms of Paget’s disease of the nipple
A
Eczema type rash that’s itchy
Possible bleeding
