I have a lump in my right breast...its probably 5 cm in diameter..hurts when i feel it, its movable...ive had it for the past 4-5 years...im 23 years old...i have no fluid oozing out of my nipple or uneven breasts...could it be cancer??
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Q: I have a lump sort of a thing in my right breast.its movable,about 5cm in dia & hurts.is it cancer?
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7/12/08 3:50pm
Hi Ms: A lump that you're had for 4-5 years, that's movable and hurts, and you're 23 years old - probably not cancer. However, why not go fiind out what it is, so you can stop worrying about it, AND perhaps get something for the pain? Best to see the doctor. Good luck - PJH
7/13/08 1:16am
thanks PGH ...Ill go for a check up soon...I know its stupid but I was always afraid that if I get it checked up it would turn out to be breast cancer! anyway, ill fix an appointment soon 
11/30/09 8:47pm
No it sounds more like a fibroadenoma which is a benign( non cancerous) tumor. Fibroadenoma is the most common benign tumor of the breast and the most common breast tumor in women under age 30. Fibroadenomas are usually found as single lumps. Symptoms are: Lumps may be * Firm * Moveable * Painless * Rubbery. You should have a doctor check it out. You can go to www.myoptumhealth.com and type fibroadenoma in search box to get more information.
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