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Should a breast fibroadenom of size 17*11 mm be removed or not?
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Your call: Fibroadenomas are benign. They never become cancerous. I personally have had a somewhat smaller one in my R breast since 1983. It is not necessary to have it removed, but many females do for their piece of mind.
Answered 8/29/2015
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No, fibroadenomas: are benign and do not need to be removed. However, if it is painful or bothersome, surgical excision is an option. But they don't turn into cancer.
Answered 11/6/2018
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