Proper breast health and early prevention of both benign and malignant disease are of the utmost importance in womens' health. Knowing all of the signs and symptoms of common conditions of the breast and surrounding tissues, gives you the knowledge needed to help live a long and healthy life. Whenever any of these symptoms emerge, make an appointment with your doctor to find the true cause of them.
Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare type of breast cancer that does not cause the formation of a lump. Because inflammatory breast cancer is very aggressive, it is important to recognize the symptoms of the conditions, as prompt treatment greatly improves your prognosis.
A woman's breasts will undergo many changes during her lifetime due to pregnancy, menstruation, menopause, and diet. In addition to breast cancers, there are benign diseases that present symptoms women should recognize and report to their doctors. (See References.)