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A 38-year-old female asked:
I have 2.16 cm fibroadenoma in my breast. i know it by biopsy. i want to know its cure without surgery?
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Dr. Ed Friedlanderanswered
Pathology 46 years experience
Not possible: If you want to be rid of the lump, it's a simple surgical procedure.
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Dr. Ed Friedlander commented
Pathology 46 years experience
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Dr. Vaziri is also correct in noting that there may be alternatives to simple excision. They are still invasive, but may be less difficult and leave less of a scar.
Feb 7, 2014
A Verified Doctoranswered
Breast Surgery 49 years experience
Possibly can be done: Fibroadenoma is a benign tumor. It can be observed. Occasionally it can regress. Sometimes it can grow larger or change. If it changes significantly, it is best to remove it. Your fibroadenoma's size is bordeline for non-surgical removal which can be done by vacuum assisted large biopsy needles or by ablation or freezing it. Look for a breast surgeon experienced in either of above procedures.
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