"What could be the reason for a hard lump inside the breast?"

What is the cause of a hard mass inside the breast?

The appearance of a hard mass inside the breast may be related to diseases such as breast fibroids, malignant breast tumors, or breast hyperplasia. When a hard mass is found inside the breast, attention should be paid to actively performing breast ultrasound, mammography, or breast MRI to initially determine the shape and nature of the mass. Conservative or surgical treatment should be carried out based on the test results to better protect breast health.

What are the possible causes of a hard mass inside the breast?

1. Smooth surface, mild tenderness, and clear boundaries indicate breast fibroids, which are more common among middle-aged and young patients.

2. A rough surface, poor mobility, and even abnormal changes in breast skin may indicate malignant breast tumors, which often occur in the outer upper quadrant of the breast and can easily manifest as enlarged axillary lymph nodes.

3. Patients with breast hyperplasia may present with multiple hard masses in the breast, with a nodular sensation and uneven thickening on palpation.

What tests should be done for a hard mass inside the breast?

1. Breast ultrasound is the preferred method for examining breast diseases. It is convenient, fast, and provides real-time imaging with high scientific accuracy, serving as an initial screening tool for diseases.

2. If breast ultrasound cannot confirm the diagnosis, mammography or breast MRI can also be performed, both of which can effectively diagnose breast diseases.