should I have a fibroadenoma removed?
348431
I have done been a registered mammographer for about 15 years.  I would leave a fibroadenoma alone with these "ifs" satisfied:\nIF it has been proven with needle/core biopsy to be a fibroadenoma\nIF it is not large enough to cause me pain or interfer with my daily life\n\nA fibroadenoma is not malignant.  It may grow, it may not.  Once you have an open biopsy (aside from cost, surgical risks etc), your mammogram will never look the same.  It is very hard to tell the difference on film between an old scar and a cancer.  You can safely monitor a proven fibroadenoma and you can always change your mind if it does get too large, etc.
1187957
It can be normal as long as they are not cancerous but you should have your breasts examined every 6 months just in case.
538637
If you're in pain, and there's a cure, why wouldn't you have surgery and get it over with. Fibroid tumors are not a big thing, but can (rare but possible) develop into a bigger problem, which I'm sure your doctor told you. If you trust your doctor, go with their recommendation. If you're unsure, get a second opinion.
807948
I am assuming you mean fibrocystic breast disease.  I have it too.  Just keep it checked so you do not get cancer.  So, far I am fine and I have had it for 30 years.\n\n\nhttp://www.womens-health-naturally.com/fibrocystic_breasts.htm
1074991
Straight up from someone who has been there/done that, you need to get to the doctor. Despite what a lot of people think, it IS possible for a cancerous lump to be painful and there's no way of knowing what any lump is without having it checked out. s\n\nTruthfully, it's probably nothing...most breast lumps are begnin anomolies like cysts (which are painful), etc. However, the sooner you have it checked out the better off you will be. If it's nothing, you'll be able to stop worrying and get on with your life and if it's cancer, you'll have a much better chance at having a successful treatment and recovery the sooner you start treatment.
314838
Possibly a fatty tumor, harmless but can be annoying and cause discomfort if it gets quite large.\nDoctor will need to take a tissue sample of it to rule out other concerns. Can opt ot keep it there or have it removed later.
460463
My friend had benign tumors that grew in her arms. Go see a doctor!
670356
if its an ovarian cyst then it needs to be removed
611108
You can look on the computer for Fibrocystic Breast Disease. This condition is not an actual "disease" it just basically means women with lumpy breast. You might want to make an appointment ASAP!!! just to be safe but you are young you should not have any real problems. Just to make you feel better read up on Fibrocystic and then head on down to the doctor. Good Luck!!1
720795
Generally, breast lumps which are hard, have an irregular border and surface, and are tethered either to the skin or the underlying muscle are cancerous.\n\nBreast lumps which are smooth, well defined and mobile, tend to be cysts or fibroadenomas, which are not cancerous.\n\nIf you have a lump in your breast, the best thing you can do is see your doctor. They will do an examination and may be able to reassure you that the lump is nothing to worry about, or they may refer you for more tests to rule out a malignancy. Even if it does turn out to be a cancer, the treatments for breast cancer are very good now, especially if you catch the cancer at an early stage, so go sooner rather than later.
1169735
I had it done in my endocrinologists' office .It was over quickly and relatively painless. There was no bleeding ; and the nodule shrunk on my last visit .It does tend to make you nervous; but I learned they are very common .Mine turned up on a routine series of preventative exams .
791726
I have NF1, and have a number of neurofibromas at various places of my body.  I have had several cut out over the years but as you know, new ones will form from time to time.  Since the condition is genetic, I do not think there is an alternative medicine that can help... but I have researched high and low.  I share your stress over wishing there was a way to make the bumps go away.  Depending on if the bump is more on top of the skin or below, some have found success with laser treatment.. but regardless of how the tumor is removed there is usually a scar.  For me, every few years will have the doctor remove the largest or most visible ones.  I pray that you can still find peace in that you are of great value and worth as a person despite the imperfections.  I wish you the very best.
70960
You shouldn't have to get your ovaries removed unless it's severe. I had an ovarian cyst and my doctor prescribed birth control pills to dissolve it. I was fine after that.
1078290
I have had calcification at 29, Non invasive cancer at 46, calcifications at 47 and invasive br cancer at 47. now I have one breast removed.  you just have to be aware and keep up with check ups.  Calcifications can be caused by cafein and makes your breast very tender.\nEat lots (5 servings) of veg's a day or drink V8
185485
I have had 6 large tumors removed from my body, and have been thought to have Neurofibromatosis, but all doctors involved in my treatment couldn't agree on a diagnosis.  My tumors have been sent to the Mayo Clinic and the Air Force.  Even they could not provide a definitive diagnosis for me.  The last tumor I had removed was in 1992, and have not had any since.  I guess I shall remain a medical mystery.
555536
Believe it or not, the safest way to go at the moment is surgury. If you just leave them, they could become malignant, where as, if you have surgury, the risk is far less. The same thing happened to my mother, and she had surgury and turned out fine. There was a history of breast cancer in her family, as both her mother and grandmother had it. I assure you, surgery is the best way to go. (My mother is looking over my shoulder, and she agrees. Actually, you're about her age, too.)
428244
Fibroadenoma is a lump in the breast. It is painless, can be moved around and normally occurs in adolescent girls. It could be related to hormonal imbalances, PCOS or irregular periods. I suggest you take the opinion of a surgeon at the earliest.