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Re: Are there any normal 'bumps' in the breast
From: Sharon (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 19 Dec 2001 13:53:16 -0600 (CST)

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At Tue, 18 Dec 2001, Wondering wrote: >
>I am a healthy 21 year old and I do routine breast Self Exams. For a
>while now I have felt bumpy-ness in both breasts around the nipples. I
>have not had a mammogram and I do not think I have anything to be
>worried about but you can never be too careful. I was just wondering if
>the bumpyness I am feeling is anything to worry about or if it is
>normal. I would appreciate any help you can give me.

If this is in both breasts than you are probably feeling thickened breast tissue and this is usually normal. At your age a mammogram is rarely called for unless a specific mass is found. I would see your healthcare provider for any questions about your self exam. You are doing the right thing and questioning what you feel is normal. Let them examine you and if they think it's normal too, then you can relax. Remember to examine your breasts right after a period and not premenstually when many women notice changes in their breasts!

-- Sharon Girard, PA-C

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