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What Could The Red, Firm Bump On Areola Beside Nipple Be?

I have a red bump on my areola, just beside my nipple. It is not overly tender. It is red, firm, and on the surface. I have pressed around the area and it doesn't seem to go very far below the surface. What could this be? Is there any kind of breast cancer that presents this way on the surface?
Wed, 9 Sep 2015
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hi.

it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for medical and physical examination. based from your description, it could be an inflammatory reaction (such as mastitis) or a cyst, a benign breast lesion. it could also be a fibroma or fibrocystic lesion. these lesions are best evaluated clinically. further diagnostic examinations, such as breast ultrasound and mammography, will be requested as needed. regular breast examination and follow-up with your doctor is highly recommended in these cases. management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly.

hope this helps.     

good day!!

~dr.kaye

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What Could The Red, Firm Bump On Areola Beside Nipple Be?

hi. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for medical and physical examination. based from your description, it could be an inflammatory reaction (such as mastitis) or a cyst, a benign breast lesion. it could also be a fibroma or fibrocystic lesion. these lesions are best evaluated clinically. further diagnostic examinations, such as breast ultrasound and mammography, will be requested as needed. regular breast examination and follow-up with your doctor is highly recommended in these cases. management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly. hope this helps. good day!! ~dr.kaye