Breast and Lymphatic (Checklist abnormal findings) Flashcards
A recent increase in the size of one breast may indicate inflammation or an abnormal growth.
Redness is associated with breast inflammation.
A pigskin-like or orange- peel
peau d’orange
Peau d’orange skin, associated with carcinoma, may be first seen in the______.
areola
Dimpling or retraction is usually caused by a _____.
Malignant tumor
Restricted movement of breast or retraction of the skin or nipple indicates _____.
fibrosis and fixation of the underlying tissues.
Painful, tender breasts may be indicative of _______.
fibrocystic breasts
Malignant masses or tumors are most often found in the upper outer quadrant of the breast.
are usually 1–5 cm, round or oval, mobile, firm, solid, elastic, nontender, single or multiple benign masses found in one or both breasts.
Fibroadenomas
sacs filled with milk) and infections (mastitis) may turn into an abscess and occur if breastfeeding or recently given birth.
Milk cysts
are a collection of fatty tissue that may also appear as a lump.
Lipomas
is a small growth inside a milk duct of the breast, often near the areola. It is harmless and occurs in women ages 35–50.
Intraductal papilloma
Dark, velvety pigmentation of the axillae
acanthosis nigricans
a smooth, firm, movable disc of glandular tissue, may be seen in one breast in males during puberty, usually temporary.
Gynecomastia
where the body produces too much prolactin, the hormone responsible for milk production.
Galactorrhea
bacterial skin infection that affects the breast tissue, typically involving the dermis and subcutaneous tissues
Cellulitis
