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What Causes Swelling In Right Breast And Red Discharge?
Hello in the past year I have noticed my right breast has gotten noticeably larger than my left. Also I have noticed some tiny scabs forming on my right nipple duct but not my left and just today I had some brownish red discharge coming from my right nipple. I have fibro cystic breasts so I sometimes try to feel for lumps but it s kind of pointless because my whole breast is lumpy and I can t really tell. I think I feel a lump on my right breast larger than the rest but it could be a cyst. I ve been googling and it s made me a bit worried it s breast cancer but I m only 24. Should I be worried considering it s rare in people my age?
Fri, 28 Aug 2020
Hi,
1. As I'm unable to examine you directly, thus keeping in mind your age [24], the following is my opinion:
1. It could be because of an infection, abscess, cyst, so in the best interest, it is wise to consult a gynecologist for a Mammogram [to examine the breast for diagnosis and screening.
PS. As a rule of thumb: self-breast examination every month and if one notices any lump, discharge, or skin change, it should be reported immediately.
2. Carcinoma of the breast if detected early is completely curable, [unless proved otherwise] and if it comes normally only thereafter lifestyle changes, alternative medicines, and medications [HRT], can be discussed.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Munish Sood, Ayurveda Specialist
1. As I'm unable to examine you directly, thus keeping in mind your age [24], the following is my opinion:
1. It could be because of an infection, abscess, cyst, so in the best interest, it is wise to consult a gynecologist for a Mammogram [to examine the breast for diagnosis and screening.
PS. As a rule of thumb: self-breast examination every month and if one notices any lump, discharge, or skin change, it should be reported immediately.
2. Carcinoma of the breast if detected early is completely curable, [unless proved otherwise] and if it comes normally only thereafter lifestyle changes, alternative medicines, and medications [HRT], can be discussed.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Munish Sood, Ayurveda Specialist
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