About Breast Cancer: Know Your Breast Lumps

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Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Daily Life From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer Most breasts, regardless of gender, have imperfect textures. Tissue density varies and changes with age. But when you find a breast lump, it can make your world seem to stop. Good and Bad Breast Lumps The good news is: most breast lumps are harmless. Lumps may cause some breast pain, but that is seldom a sign of cancer. Be sure you know which lumps are benign, and which should cause real concern. See More About:  breast lumps  cysts  fibroadenomas Squishy Cysts Cysts are very common in breast tissue. These smooth lumps have a characteristic texture and may appear on mammograms. While some cysts will deflate on their own, there are treatments available for the larger ones. See More About:  mammogram findings  breast lumps  hormonal changes Funny-Feeling Fibroadenomas Fibroadenomas are harder than cysts. This kind of lump may try to slip away while you are doing your breast self-exam. If these become troublesome, there are new, non-invasive techniques to get rid of them! See More About:  benign masses  mammogram findings  fibroadenomas Scary Pseudolumps Pseudolumps are another benign lump that can feel like cancer, because it may be very hard. Usually these are made of normal tissue that has changed, or foreign stuff that got old. All the same, have any lump that bothers you checked out. You'll be glad that you took action. See More About:  mammogram  benign masses  breast lumps Breast Cancer Ads Breast Cancer Cancer Treatment Breast Ultrasound Breast Biopsy Breast Lumps Featured Articles Is It Breast Cancer? - Diagnosis, Tests, Results Treatment Options for Breast Cancer Support and Resources - During and After Treatment Life During Treatment - Self Care, Side Effects, Reconstruction Life After Treatment, Recovery, Hair and Skin Care, Changes Decode Medical Terms - Breast Cancer Glossary   More from About.com 10 Bathroom Remodels There's nothing worse than a bathroom remodel that looks like it belongs in a gas station. If you're looking for inspiration, you'll find it in these luxe, lush photos. More> Inspired Bathroom Tile Choices New tile can transform your bathroom in countless ways, whether you're looking for a playful, colorful child's bath, a cool and elegant sanctuary, or a bold sophisticated escape. More> This newsletter is written by: Pam Stephan Breast Cancer Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Breast Cancer newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What is Breast Cancer? Symptoms of Breast Cancer Diagnosis of Breast Cancer Treatments for Breast Cancer Preventing Breast Cancer Advertisement