Question 1

lump in breast, feels somewhat like a soft grape. is this a normal finding? i should note that i am also breastfeeding. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Cyst: A lump that feels like a soft grape sounds like it could be a cyst.  While most of these are benign, i would definitely recommend you getting an exam by your doctor to rule out a mass.  Every breast mass, every time, needs to be checked by a doctor.  You're young, 36, so likelihood is low that it's cancer, but until proven otherwise, get it checked out.  Fingers crossed it's benign!

Question 2

i am currently 2 weeks postpartum, i did not breast feed...woke up this morning with a tender hard immovable lump in breast. what can this be?

Accepted Answer

Lactating Lump: Even though you are not breastfeeding, your breasts did prepare to feed your new baby. Therefore, you still are having some milk production. The lump could be a clogged milk duct or an infection. Call your OB for him to evaluate.

Question 3

i found a breast lump when i finished breastfeeding my  gp said it's glandular but on return in 2 weeks  she said it reduced  3 months later it remains?

Accepted Answer

Breast surgeon: A breast mass that persists should have further evaluation.  A thorough exam by a general or breast surgeon is appropriate.  This exam may include a ultrasound to help characterize the lump.  Good luck!

Question 4

red lump on my friends breast? breastfeeding. so do i stop?

Accepted Answer

Painful breastfeed: When your baby is not able to empty the milk in the sinuses and ducts of the breast, 
the milk collection will cause distention of the breast in the form of lumps. Stopping to breastfeed will even cause infection.  Emptying the retained milk by teaching the baby to correctly latch and manual or electrical pumping will relieve the situation. The baby will not be harmed by the infected milk.

Question 5

i have pain in both my breast non stop for the last few months, there is small lumps but it could be milk glands, but i  not breastfeeding. my breast also itches alot. i feel constantly tired and have no energy. what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Breast symptoms: You need to see your doctor ASAP.  Any lumps, even small ones, need to be evaluated.  Peace and good health.

Question 6

i have finished the course of dostinex to stop breastfeeding however i'm still full and have alot of lumps, starting a fever and aching body pains. when should my breast empty out?

Accepted Answer

When it does: This prolactin inhibitor is rarely used any more in the US but some find it helpful for weaning. Most just bind the breasts with stretchy wraps &amp; stop. Some find it helpful to express enough milk to soften the engorgement but no more. The process time varies with each case.

Question 7

can i have surgery whiles pregnant with breast lump and can i breast feed with it and what is my risk factor?

Accepted Answer

Diagnosis of lump?: Have you seen a doctor and had the lump evaluated? That is your first priority! Get a diagnosis for the lump. You can have surgery while pregnant and all further questions require an actual diagnosis of lump to answer. Don't delay - be seen and have lump evaluated.You don't want to delay.

Question 8

what do i do for lump in breast after a car wreck?

Accepted Answer

Wait and watch: You probably have a big hematoma (bruise) where your seatbelt went across your breast.  You may not see a bruise, but it can be deep within the breast. It takes time for your body to heal this, so it may be a month or two before you notice it getting better. Use ice packs. If it's getting worse, not better, see a doctor. Rarely the area can keep bleeding inside your breast, requiring surgery.

Question 9

lump in breast advice?

Accepted Answer

On this forum...: We offer information, but not advice. That said, a woman in her late 20's with a breast lump can see her primary care doctor this week or next week. If needed, the doctor can refer to Radiology to do imaging studies of the breasts, or refer to other specialists in breast problems. Lumps in breasts have to be diagnosed, to make sure they are ok or not ok. We don't want women getting breast cancer.

Question 10

just felt ** lump in breast **horrified*what do i do first?

Accepted Answer

Take a deep breath!: Relax.  Often times (most of the time!) breast lumps and bumps are not cancer.  Call your doctor for an appointment, get an exam and your doctor will help you come up with an action plan to figure out what is going on.

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Lump in breast, feels somewhat like a soft grape. is this a normal finding? i should note that i am also breastfeeding. what could this be?

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I am currently 2 weeks postpartum, i did not breast feed...woke up this morning with a tender hard immovable lump in breast. what can this be?

A member asked:

I found a breast lump when i finished breastfeeding my gp said it's glandular but on return in 2 weeks she said it reduced 3 months later it remains?

A member asked:

Red lump on my friends breast? breastfeeding. so do i stop?

A member asked:

I have pain in both my breast non stop for the last few months, there is small lumps but it could be milk glands, but i not breastfeeding. my breast also itches alot. i feel constantly tired and have no energy. what could be wrong?

A member asked:

I have finished the course of dostinex to stop breastfeeding however i'm still full and have alot of lumps, starting a fever and aching body pains. when should my breast empty out?

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Can i have surgery whiles pregnant with breast lump and can i breast feed with it and what is my risk factor?

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What do i do for lump in breast after a car wreck?

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Lump in breast advice?

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Just felt ** lump in breast **horrified*what do i do first?

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