Question 1

what causes sharp pains hurting from.my nipples to the breast tissue every once in awhile?

Accepted Answer

Many causes.: Can't be definitely answered. See your doc and get a mammogram. The exam is first!

Question 2

sharp, stabbing, intermittent (every few seconds) pain high in my right breast tissue, not near nipple? never felt this before.

Accepted Answer

Need to find cause: It is important to figure out if the pain is in the breast or underlying muscle and factors that aggravate or relieve pain.  Is it more related to physical activity or more during periods which would help differentiate the likely source. If symptoms persist or worsen, would obviously need evaluation by your physician.

Question 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

can you lose breast tissue after nursing?

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Breasts post nursing: A woman's breast becomes larger with nursing and will become relatively smaller after stopping nursing.  The breast will likely be slight larger than before you nurses but similar size.

Question 7

what causes male breast tissue enlargement?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Male breast enlargement  is called gynecomastia and can be common in men.  It is seen at puberty but can also be seen in grown men who are overweight (the man boob) or due to medications.
Male breast cancer usually occurs on 1 side and is firm.
I recommend getting evaluated by your family doctor who can refer you to a surgeon for complete evaluation.

Question 8

how to tell if i have fibrous breast tissue?

Accepted Answer

Firmness & imaging: This is a diagnosis that is usually made on examination, radiologic imaging, or breast biopsy.

Question 9

does a woman always have dense breast tissue?

Accepted Answer

No: This is more common in younger and smaller breasted women.

Question 10

is ancillary breast tissue the same as axillary?

Accepted Answer

No: Axillary breast tissue is located under your armpit. Ancillary or extra breast tissue is found in addition to your breasts in an alternate location.

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What causes sharp pains hurting from.my nipples to the breast tissue every once in awhile?

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Sharp, stabbing, intermittent (every few seconds) pain high in my right breast tissue, not near nipple? never felt this before.

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What does thickening of breast tissue mean?

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Thickening of breast tissue cause for alarm?

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What do breast tissue expanders look or feel like?

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Can you lose breast tissue after nursing?

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What causes male breast tissue enlargement?

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How to tell if i have fibrous breast tissue?

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Is ancillary breast tissue the same as axillary?

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