An evaluation of benign breast disease begins with a medical history and physical examination.

Physical findings in those with benign breast disease may include:

• A single breast lump
• Breast nodules

The diagnosis of benign breast disease requires testing. Tests are necessary to exclude breast cancer.

Tests for benign breast disease may include:

• Mammography
• Breast ultrasound
• Breast biopsy
• Miraluma breast scan
• Breast MRI