Breast Benign
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Breast Benign conditions
Epithelial HyperplasiaEpithelial hyperplasia is the increased proliferation of epithelial cells often triggered by chronic irritation or inflammation, leading to tissue thickening.Fat Necrosis (Breast)Fat necrosis in the breast is a benign inflammatory condition caused by trauma or surgery, presenting as a firm lump with possible skin changes or calcifications.FibroadenomaFibroadenoma is a benign breast tumor common in young women, characterized by a well-circumscribed, mobile mass composed of fibrous and glandular tissue.Intraductal PapillomaA benign breast lesion causing nipple discharge, intraductal papilloma features fibrovascular cores lined by epithelial and myoepithelial cells.Lactational MastitisLactational mastitis is a breast infection during breastfeeding, often caused by Staphylococcus aureus, presenting with localized pain, redness, and fever.Mammary Duct EctasiaMammary duct ectasia is a benign breast condition involving dilation and inflammation of the milk ducts, often causing nipple discharge and breast pain.Sclerosing AdenosisSclerosing adenosis is a benign breast condition characterized by increased glandular tissue and fibrosis, often mimicking carcinoma on imaging and biopsy.