Precancerous breast conditions are not a single disease, but a group of changes that either predispose a woman to cancer or significantly increase the likelihood of its occurrence in the future.
A mammary seroma is a collection of serous fluid in the postoperative cavity that most often occurs after surgery on the mammary gland and axillary region.
Nipple candidiasis is a condition in which pain, burning, and inflammatory changes in the nipple and areola are associated with overgrowth of Candida fungi, most commonly Candida albicans.
A plugged milk duct is a common and commonly used term to describe a painful lump in the breast during breastfeeding, causing milk flow to become blocked, localized pain, and making feeding uncomfortable.
Contrary to popular belief, galactorrhea is not a disease, but a symptom or condition in which a fluid similar in composition to milk or colostrum is secreted from the mammary glands.
Serous mastitis is a condition that often causes significant discomfort and disrupts normal breastfeeding. This is because mastitis is more common in nursing mothers due to the specific nature of the feeding process.
Mastitis is an infectious disease with inflammation of the interstitium of the mammary gland, which is characterized by a disruption of the normal lactation function.
