Medical MCQ-A 50 years old lady presented with lump in the left breast, which has developed suddenly in weeks. Perimenstrual symptoms are present. No associated family history. On examination, the lump is well circumscribed, fluctuant, 1.5 cm oval in shape. Most likely diagnosis:

A 50 years old lady presented with lump in the left breast, which has developed suddenly in weeks. Perimenstrual symptoms are present. No associated family history. On examination, the lump is well circumscribed, fluctuant, 1.5 cm oval in shape. Most likely diagnosis:

Breast cyst

Galactocele

Fibroadenoma

Breast cancer

Question Category:

Surgery

Correct Answer:

Breast cyst

Description:

Fibroadenoma - it occurs in 2nd to 3rd decade of life Galactocele - it occurs in 3rd to 4th decade of life. Breast cancer - there is no associated family history and lump has developed suddenly hence breast cancer is ruled out. Breast cyst - it occurs in 5th to 6th decade of life. Examination revealed fluctuant lesion which point towards breast cyst. - Often multiple, may be bilateral & can mimic malignancy. Typically present suddenly - Diagnosis can be confirmed by aspiration and / or ultrasound.

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