Why do I have a purple spot on my breast?

Generally, women having their routine mammogram will receive a letter within one month with normal results. But if the doctor finds something suspicious, they’ll call you back, mostly within just 5 days, to take fresh pictures or other tests. Yes, that call may seem to be scary, but a suspicious fin....

Please mention if it is around the nipple area as well and with/without discharge. What kind of pain is it? Does it occur during your periods? Once I know answers to these, I would be able to guide you better.

Don’t worry, most breast cysts can be very small and will only show up on ultrasound scans, and these are termed microcysts. About 25% of breast cysts enlarge gradually into ‘big-enough’ cysts to become a palpable breast lump. Breast cysts are extremely common, and occur in as many as one third of ....