Lumps or Swelling (10/13)

Noticeable lumps or swollen areas, especially in the breast, testicles, lymph nodes, or soft tissues. These can be felt under the skin and may or may not be painful. Lumps can be a sign of various cancers, including breast cancer, testicular cancer, lymphoma, or soft tissue sarcomas.

Treatment:

• Physical examination and imaging studies (mammogram, ultrasound, MRI)
• Biopsy of suspicious lumps
• Surgical removal if necessary
• Cancer treatments if malignant (chemotherapy, radiation, hormone therapy)
• Regular self-examinations and screenings
• Lymphedema management if swelling is due to lymph node removal