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Intraductal papilloma Causes and Risks:
This disorder is relatively uncommon. The causes and risk factors are unknown.
Prevention:
There is no known prevention. Breast self-examination may allow early detection.
Symptoms:
Signs and Tests:
A serous (watery) or bloody discharge from a single duct within the nipple of one breast occurs spontaneously, without manipulation of the breast tissue. A small lump beneath the nipple may or may not be felt by the examiner.
Cellular (cytologic) examination of discharge is usually performed to identify potentially malignant (cancerous) cells. A breast biopsy is necessary to rule out cancer .
Treatment:
Surgical removal (excision) of the involved duct and the mass of cells, is done for the purpose of biopsy and to assure that cancer is not present.
Prognosis:
The outcome is expected to be excellent.
Complications:
Intraductal cancer is uncommon and occurs more frequently in women over 50 years old.
Call Your Healthcare Provider:
Call for an appointment with the health care provider if breast discharge or any breast lump is noted.
A breast self examination should be performed monthly by all adult women. Early detection of breast cancer results in a higher cure rate and survival rate. Increased awareness, routine breast exams, and regular mammograms allow for earlier detection of breast cancer. Increased longevity is just now beginning to show as survival statistics are being compiled.
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