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A member asked:

How can i know if a breast lump is a gland or node or not?

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Get checked: Only a doctor can determine that.

Dr Hoepfner agreed

Answered 4/18/2012

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Examination: You would need to see your doctor. Depending on your age, mammogram and/or breast ultrasound may be indicated. Breast nodules can be solid like a lymph node or fibroadenoma, and some can be cystic or full of fluid.

Answered 4/18/2012

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