Patient education: Common breast problems (TheBasics)
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What are some common breast problems?

People can have different kinds of problems with their breasts. The important thing to know is that in most but not all cases, breast-related problems are not caused by breast cancer. Even so, if you develop any problem with your breasts, see a doctor or nurse to have it checked out.
Some common breast problems include:

• Breast lumpiness
• Single breast lump (which doctors call a "mass")
• Breast pain
• Breast tenderness
• Nipple discharge (meaning fluid leaks from the nipples, such as clear, white, yellow, green, or red fluid)
• Nipple inversion (meaning the nipples point inward instead of outward) and that is new and has occurred in just 1 breast
• Changes in the skin of the breast, such as redness or puckering.

These problems can happen at any age. If you develop any of these problems, see your doctor or nurse. Breast problems are not usually an emergency, but you should get checked out as soon as possible. If there is something serious going on, it's important to find out quickly. Your doctor or nurse might be able to tell what's happening just by doing an exam. If not, they can order some tests, or send you to a specialist.

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