breast cysts Flashcards
1
Q
define a breast cyst:
A
benign, fluid filled sacs in the breast
2
Q
risk factors of breast cysts?
A
often affects perimenopausal women
3
Q
presenting symptoms of breast cysts?
A
- can be painful
- associated with the menstrual cycle
4
Q
signs of breast cysts from a physical examination?
A
- benign fluid-filled lumps
- mobile
- transilluminable
- often multiple
- well demarcated
- sometimes clear nipple discharge is seen
5
Q
investigations for breast cysts?
A
- first USS/mammogram
- fine-needle aspiration to drain fluid if needed
- if not observation
