Breast Surgery Treatments
Management of Benign Breast Conditions
What Is Benign Breast Disease?
Benign (non-cancerous) breast conditions are extremely common and can occur at any age. These include:
Fibroadenomas – smooth, mobile lumps often found in younger women
Cysts – fluid-filled sacs that may change with the menstrual cycle
Fat necrosis – firm areas resulting from trauma or surgery
Mastalgia – breast pain, often cyclical or hormonal in nature
Duct ectasia or nipple discharge – changes in the ducts that are usually benign (some may be due to malignant changes)
While these conditions are not cancer, they can cause anxiety, discomfort, or confusion especially when new symptoms appear. Some benign lesions may mimic breast cancer on imaging, and others may occasionally require surgical removal.
My Approach
My goal is to provide clarity and reassurance while avoiding unnecessary tests or procedures.
It includes:
Detailed clinical assessment
Coordination of imaging (ultrasound, mammogram, or MRI as needed)
Ultrasound-guided biopsy when diagnosis is uncertain
Ongoing surveillance for low-risk lesions
Surgical removal when a lump is large, symptomatic, growing, or causing concern
For women with chronic breast pain or complex benign conditions, I also offer guidance around lifestyle, medications, and managing hormonal influences (particularly in perimenopausal women).
What to Expect
Assessment of your concerns whether a lump, discharge, pain, or scan finding
Imaging and/or biopsy to confirm a benign diagnosis
Discussion of treatment options surveillance or surgery
Long-term follow-up when needed
