Question
My daughter has a small hard lump near the nipple on her left breast that moves when touched. We went to the hospital for a two-breast surgery follow-up and then had a color Doppler ultrasound. The doctor said it has nothing to do with the breasts and referred us to a vascular surgery department doctor for the color Doppler ultrasound results. The doctor only mentioned that since the child is young, anesthesia could affect growth and development, and suggested waiting until she is older for surgery. No other details were provided. I want to know how serious is this? Is it benign or malignant? Which has a higher chance? As parents, it’s very worrying to see our child grow like this. Thank you in advance for any clarification from the doctor.
Answer
Based on your description and examination results, the lump in your daughter’s left breast is cystic, suggesting a high possibility of being benign. There is no need for special treatment at this time; just observe any changes in size and schedule surgery at an appropriate time. The chances of it being benign are high, so it’s recommended to continue monitoring and have regular follow-up exams. This is the suggestion for the question ‘What should I do if there is a small hard lump near the nipple of a young girl’s left breast?’ I hope this helps, and wish you all the best in your health!