Fibroadenoma

Want to share with you guys out there on one of female common conditions as sometimes might been notice and sometimes might not be notice by women. 

Fibroadenomas are solid, noncancerous tumors that often occur in women during their reproductive years. A fibroadenoma is a firm, smooth, rubbery or hard lump with a well-defined shape. It moves easily under your skin when touched and is usually painless. Fibroadenomas are more common among women in their 20s and 30s.

Fibroadenomas are one of the most common breast lumps in premenopausal women. Fibroadenomas range in size from less than 1 centimeter to several centimeters in diameter. They can get bigger during pregnancy and breast-feeding.

Treatment may include careful monitoring to detect changes in the size or feel of the fibroadenoma or surgery to remove it.

Symptoms

Fibroadenomas are solid breast lumps or masses that usually are:

• Round with distinct borders
• Easily moved
• Firm or rubbery
• Painless

A fibroadenoma may feel like a marble within your breast when you press on it. You can have one or many fibroadenomas. They usually grow to about 1 to 2 centimeters (cm) in size, but they can become even larger. A fibroadenoma that measures 5 cm or greater is referred to as a giant fibroadenoma.

Causes

The cause of fibroadenomas is unknown. However, fibroadenoma development is probably related to reproductive hormones. Fibroadenomas occur in greater frequency during your reproductive years, can increase in size during pregnancy or with estrogen therapy, and tend to shrink after menopause.

When to see a doctor
Normal breast tissue in healthy women often feels lumpy or nodular. If you detect the presence of any new breast lumps, however, or if a previously evaluated breast lump seems to have grown or otherwise changed, make an appointment with your doctor to get it checked out.