Womens Conditions Forum - Intraductal Papilloma

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Q: Intraductal Papilloma

asked by: starlit07 on April 11th, 2007

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I am a 25 year old (no kids) with a case of bloody discharge from one breast and a single duct.. After going through a mammogram and ultrasound with no findings, they attempted a ductogram. They were unable to get the contrast in beyond ~2cm. I have been seeing a general surgeon, who becuase the ductogram technically "failed" can not do anything, but wait. The slide exam from the discharge did show abnormal cells (benign) and they believe the discharge is due to an intraductal papilloma.

I am looking for any feedback or experiences and am trying to decide if it would be worth my time to travel about 200 miles to see a specialist rather than a general surgeon. Thanks

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meblonde01

replied on April 16th, 2007

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A benign (noncancerous), wart-like growth in a milk duct of the breast. It is usually found close to the nipple and may cause a clear, sticky, or bloody discharge from the nipple. It may also cause pain and a lump in the breast that can be felt or seen. It usually affects women aged 35-55 years. Having an intraductal papilloma does not increase the risk of developing breast cancer.
I would think it would travel 200 miles to specialist. Unless you feel the need to. It sounds like it is not commend thing but it is not serious.

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