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Breast fibroadenoma
Benign lump in the breast composed of fibrous/connective tissues and glandular tissue. It is the most common breast tumor in adolescent women. Unlike typical lumps from breast cancer, fibroadenoma is easy to move, with clearly defined edges. It is usually diagnosed through breast exam, sono, mammogram and a needle biopsy for a definitive answer.
Is a type of:Breast diseases
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
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