Question 1

what  is dence breast tissue?

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Breast tissuse/mamm: It is a mammographic finding indicating more glandular tissue than fat. It is commonly found in younger women who have more prolifrative tissue, which slightly increases the risk of breast cancer. Importantly it makes it difficult to see small breast cancers in the dense tissue. Such women require additional rests like ultrasound if there is any suspicion or doubt of a breast mass.

Question 2

what is asymmetrical breast tissue?

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Different: Asymmetrical breast tissue refers to an obvious difference in the contour of one area of the breast compared to the rest of the breast or it refers to an obvious difference between the two breasts.

Question 3

what does scattered breast tissue mean?

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Scattered tissue: This is usually a statement put on a imaging report.   There is nothing unusual about this phrase by itself.  However if you would like further clarification in your case then return to your ob.Gyn for details.

Question 4

what does thickening of breast tissue mean?

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If tissue on one: Of your breasts has become thick & like an orange peel in consistency - please see your physician promptly for evaluation.

Question 5

thickening of breast tissue cause for alarm?

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Maybe: Or maybe not. Need much more information. Breast thickening that you feel? That a doctor's exam feels? Seen on a mammogram? All breast changes or concerns need full evaluation with a doctor ; a mammogram.

Question 6

what does breast tissue thickening feel like?

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Breast tissue: Breast tissue thickening and fibrocystic changes within the breast give the breast an irregular,nodular feeling to the examiner when palpating or examining the breast.

Question 7

what do breast tissue expanders look or feel like?

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They are essentially: ...Empty translucent rubbery balloons with a valve built into the wall that can been accessed through the skin with a needle to fill them with saline and gradually expand a new breast mound into being. They usually feel quite firm while being expanded but newer techniques keep them soft once the permanent device is placed.

Question 8

is it common for men to have significant breast tissue?

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Men have: Breast buds and pre-cursors that will respond to estrogenic stimulus: gynecomastia, and there are 0.1-1% of breast cancer occurs in males.

Question 9

asymmetric breast tissue is seen bilaterally, what to do?

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Breasts are often: Not completely symmetric. If there is a large disparity - evaluation would be appropriate.

Question 10

should breast tissue feel exactly symmetrical in both breasts?

Accepted Answer

Most often no: Most women have asymmetrical breasts. What's important is to know how your breasts normally shape and feels. Your breasts may feel full and sensitive during ovulation. You should see your doctor if you notice any changes in the shape, size or feel of  one or both breasts, especially if this continues over time..

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