Cystic Mastitis (Noun)
Meaning
The presence of one or more cysts in a breast.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- A breast lump caused by cystic mastitis can be quite tender to the touch and is often associated with duct ectasia.
- Fibrocystic breast changes, including cystic mastitis, are common in women and usually do not require medical intervention.
- During a breast exam, a doctor may notice that a woman with cystic mastitis has a thick, jelly-like fluid-filled lump.
- An ultrasound may be used to diagnose cystic mastitis in breasts that have palpable masses or abnormal imaging results.
- Women with a history of breast cysts and cystic mastitis may be advised to have regular clinical exams to monitor for any changes.