Palpable breast lumps: An age-based approach to evaluation and diagnosis
Francois Malherbe, Daniel Nel, H Molabe, Lydia Cairncross, Liana Roodt
Abstract
A palpable breast lump is a common presentation of breast disease to a general practitioner. Fortunately, investigation of most of these lumps will lead to a benign diagnosis. It is essential to have a clear and systematic approach when investigating a palpable breast lump to avoid over investigation with the resultant increase in healthcare cost and anxiety. This article will discuss an approach to evaluating and diagnosing a palpable breast lump in the primary care setting.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineBreast lumpsPresentation (obstetrics)Primary careRight breastBreast diseaseAnxietyGeneral surgeryDiseaseBreast cancerRadiologyFamily medicinePathologyInternal medicinePsychiatryCancerBreast Lesions and CarcinomasCancer and Skin LesionsBreast Cancer Treatment Studies