Breast lump
Definition A breast lump is defined as any palpable mass in the breast. A breast lump is the most common presentation of both benign and malignant breast disease. Enlargement of…
Nipple discharge
Definition Any fluid (which may be physiological or pathological) emanating from the nipple. Key Points Milky discharge is rarely pathological. Purulent discharge is usually benign. Bloody discharge is often associated…
Breast pain
Definition Mastalgia is any pain felt in the breast. Cyclical mastalgia is pain in the breast that varies in association with the menstrual cycle. Non-cyclical mastalgia is pain in the…
HEAD, HAIR AND FACE
Chapter 55 HEAD, HAIR AND FACE Chapter contents HEAD Dizziness Fainting Feeling of heaviness of the head Headache Feeling of distension of the head Feeling of muzziness (fuzziness) of the…