I have had silicone breast implants and I have a hard lump on my breast. Tomorrow I go for an MRI. Doctor thinks it is either cancer or a rupture
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Q: what does a breast cancer lump feel like is it real hard or is is squeezable
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7/31/09 4:46am
A cancer lump is usually firm, rather than soft/squishy. But there are many reasons for a lump in your breast, most of which are not cancer. I'm surprised a doctor would surmise it's cancer without you having gone through a full round of diagnostic tests. Be aware that MRIs are notorisous for producing false positives; that is, they say "this lump is cancer," and you have a biopsy and it turns out it's not. They're very sensitive - which is a mixed blessing. So, good luck today - I hope things turn out well for you. PJH
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