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Is mastectomy an effective treatment for fibrocystic breast disease?
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Not indicated: Benign breast fibrocysric condition is not a "disease." it is fairly common & does not lead to breast cancer. Breast swelling, nodularity, discomfort & cysts occur. Mastectomy would not be indicated for this benign breast condition.
Answered 12/28/2018
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