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What Does Painful, Small Lump Between Breasts And Sternum Mean?

Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... i have a pea sized lump in between the top of my breasts on my sternum. it doesnt move. i noticed it around two years ago but forgot about it and then i noticed it the other day when i pushed a press-stud against it it hurt. is this anything to worry about? thanks emma
Thu, 11 Sep 2014
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Welcome to Health care magic.

1. The symptoms / history suggest a benign lesion in between the breasts at sternum - possible cause could be lipoma - fat containing lesion.
2.If its not obviously visible and no significant pain or disturbance then just followup - no action required other than followup.
3.If any concern and want to get rid of the lesion - get an ultrasound scan to confirm the nature of the lump, where it is existing from and where all its spread.
4.A FNAC - fine needle aspiration cytology will help to histological diagnosis of the lesion.
5. In benign lesion if causing any discomfort - it can be excised. Good luck.

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What Does Painful, Small Lump Between Breasts And Sternum Mean?

Welcome to Health care magic. 1. The symptoms / history suggest a benign lesion in between the breasts at sternum - possible cause could be lipoma - fat containing lesion. 2.If its not obviously visible and no significant pain or disturbance then just followup - no action required other than followup. 3.If any concern and want to get rid of the lesion - get an ultrasound scan to confirm the nature of the lump, where it is existing from and where all its spread. 4.A FNAC - fine needle aspiration cytology will help to histological diagnosis of the lesion. 5. In benign lesion if causing any discomfort - it can be excised. Good luck. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.