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Breast Lump Underlying Cause: Fibroadenomas

Fibroadenomas form when cells at the end of the milk ducts continue to grow slowly. Fibroadenomas are a normal part of development and aging and the cells eventually stop growing. Fibroadenomas do not lead to cancer.

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Benign breast disease
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Last Updated: Jun 22, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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