Breast Cysts

Question 1

Define Breast Cysts

Answer 1

Fluid filled cavity in the breast that presents as distended and involuted lobules of the breast

Question 2

Risk factors for breast cysts

Answer 2

Women
Perimenopausal women
>35

Question 3

Symptoms of breast cysts

Answer 3

Often incidental finding on screening
Breast lump (Sudden onset ± pain)

Question 4

Signs of breast cysts

Answer 4

Breast lump 
	• Fluctuant
	• Distinct/well-defined
	• Smooth 
	• Mobile
	• Not fixed 
        ±Tender

Question 5

Investigations for breast cysts

Answer 5

Mammogram: Multiple smooth opacities consistent with cysts (Characteristic halo + smooth, round appearance)
USS:Will show up as transparent objects with well demarcated edges and have posterior acoustic enhancement
MRI: implant imaging

Aspiration: confirm diagnosis