Question 1

what's the difference between a breast nodule and a breast cyst?

Accepted Answer

Solid v Fluid-Filled: A "nodule" is a generic term for a breast lump. Common causes include "lumpy-bumpy" breast tissue ("fibrocystic changes"), tumors (benign or malignant), and cysts (fluid-filled;benign).  A thorough history and physical examination supplemented by ultrasound+/-mammography+/-biopsy will help sort this out.

Question 2

radiologist says possibly benign from  ultrasound septated left breast cyst 1.4cm x 2.8cm. no solid nodule and no internal flow. is this serious?/bad

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"Probably benign": is the BIRADS classification(category 3)you are referring to.  By definition, this implies a chance of malignancy less than 3%, and practically speaking it is probably more like 1%.  The standard recommendation for a category 3 lesion is short interval follow up. Many consider a septated cyst a BIRADS 2(benign) lesion requiring no follow up, so the overwhelming probability is that you will be fine

Question 3

can your body reabsorb breast cyst?

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Yes: A cyst is one of the few masses that can actually go away without intervention.  Never assume a lump is a cyst.  Ultrasound is the most efficient way to determine.

Question 4

can it hurt to get a breast cyst drained?

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No: The breast is given a local anesthetic, a small needle is inserted and the fluid is aspirated. The fluid is sent to the lab for evaluation. The whole procedure can be performed in the office.

Question 5

is a breast cyst that enlarges about every 6 months deadly.

Accepted Answer

Probably not serious: Breast cysts are almost always benign and not deadly at all.  Especially if painful, a breast cyst should be aspirated with a needle (usually an office procedure).  The fluid can be sent for pathologic analysis but that can be confusing as benign cyst fluid contains cells that can be confused with malignant cells. If cysts continue to recur after aspiration, they should be excised.

Question 6

i forgot to ask about the birads 3 . should i be concerned about birads 3 complex breast cyst?

Accepted Answer

Short term follow-up: Birads 3 usually refers to "probably benign" and requires short term follow up, usually with a "diagnostic" mammogram and ultrasound if needed. If something remains suspicious, they will recommend a biopsy. Definitely follow up! best wishes.

Question 7

can breast cyst happen to girls age of 13?

Accepted Answer

Yes they can: Breast cysts can occur in girls aged 13 however it is my impression that fibroadenomas are far more common.

Question 8

do they give anesthesia for aspiration of breast cyst?

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Yes: This is often done with local anesthesia.  General anesthesia could be used but is usually not necessary.

Question 9

breast cyst popped like a pimple would. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Cyst: Your breast is covered with skin and therefore skin issues will occur. As long as the area is not red, firm, painful, it was most likely a sebaceous cyst.

Question 10

can fibrocystic breast cyst occur in one breast with discharge?

Accepted Answer

No: This should be evaluated by your doctor.

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Radiologist says possibly benign from ultrasound septated left breast cyst 1.4cm x 2.8cm. no solid nodule and no internal flow. is this serious?/bad

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Can your body reabsorb breast cyst?

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Can it hurt to get a breast cyst drained?

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Is a breast cyst that enlarges about every 6 months deadly.

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I forgot to ask about the birads 3 . should i be concerned about birads 3 complex breast cyst?

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Can breast cyst happen to girls age of 13?

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Do they give anesthesia for aspiration of breast cyst?

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Breast cyst popped like a pimple would. is this normal?

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Can fibrocystic breast cyst occur in one breast with discharge?

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