Fibrocystic Mastopathy: Noncancerous Breast Condition with Cancer Implications

Fibrocystic Mastopathy: Noncancerous Breast Condition with Cancer Implications
Published on, 04 June, 2024. Answered by Ms. Maryam Reinsch and Verified by Dr.Galen Team
Patient Question

Is it inevitable for fibrocystic breast disease to develop into breast cancer?

 

 

 

Answered by Ms. Maryam Reinsch

Fibrocystic mastopathy is a benign breast condition characterized by nodular growth of breast connective tissue and the formation of harmless cysts. Conversely, "atypical proliferative mastopathy" involves cells with a higher potential for malignant transformation or cancer development.


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About Ms. Maryam Reinsch

Ms. Maryam Reinsch

Obstetrician and Gynecologist


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