Tokki, any time you have surgery there are risks involved - infection, scarring, a permanent change to your body. But there's a down side to leaving this fibroadenoma alone, too - namely, pain, and the possibility it may grow and become more painful. You need to weigh both sides of this situation, and decide which is preferable to you.

It sounds like you're leaning towards leaving it alone, while your parents and doctor are urging you to have it removed. I think you should make the final choice. It's YOUR body, and you'll live with the consequences, positive or negative. You can always choose to remove it at some later date, if it grows again or becomes more painful; personally I think there's little chance it'll shrink anytime soon, so there's a possibility you'll live with this condition for years. But, fibroadenomas can be unpredictable: they may grow, they may disappear, they may stay the same, so you just don't know.

If you do have the surgery, you'd take care of your breast like you'd take care of any part of your body, post-surgery: keep the incision clean and dry, and wait for it to heal. You wouldn't want to push, pull, or lift too much during the first week or so; and I'm sure your surgeon would have good, specific instructions as far as other care goes. Good luck - I hope things turn out the way you want. PJH

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2/16/12 9:52am

PJ Hamel,Thank you for replying and giving me the idea about it.This really help a lot  Now i will think more on what i preferred,and try to disscussed it with my parent.thanks again 

PJ Hamel, Health Guide

2/16/12 4:20pm

You're very welcome - I'm sure your parents want what's best for you, but you want the same - and it's up to you. Take care - PJH