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Inflammatory breast cancer is an especially aggressive type of breast cancer that can occur in women of any age (and extremely rarely, in men). Symptoms may include pain, swelling, itching, nipple inversion, warmth and redness throughout the breast, as we... moreInflammatory breast cancer is an especially aggressive type of breast cancer that can occur in women of any age (and extremely rarely, in men). Symptoms may include pain, swelling, itching, nipple inversion, warmth and redness throughout the breast, as well as an orange-peel texture to the skin referred to as peau d'orange. A lump is usually not present as in other forms of breast cancer. Inflammatory breast cancer often initially resembles mastitis. It is sometimes misdiagnosed as an insect bite or breast infection. Inflammatory breast cancer is known to respond to antibiotics, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormonal therapy where appropriate and in some cases surgery when considered essentially a systemic cancer. less
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Paget's disease of the breast (also known as Paget's disease of the nipple) is a malignant condition that outwardly may have the appearance of eczema, with skin changes involving the nipple of the breast. Symptoms may include tingling, itching, increased ... morePaget's disease of the breast (also known as Paget's disease of the nipple) is a malignant condition that outwardly may have the appearance of eczema, with skin changes involving the nipple of the breast. Symptoms may include tingling, itching, increased sensitivity, burning, and pain. There may also be discharge from the nipple and a lump in the breast. Paget's disease is difficult to diagnose due to its resemblance to dermatitis and eczema. Recommended tests are a mammogram and a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis, and cytopathology may also be helpful. Surgery usually needed to remove the tumor. Chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy may be necessary. less
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Breast cancer (malignant breast neoplasm) is a type of cancer originating from breast tissue, most commonly from the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply the ducts with milk.Cancers originating from ducts are known as ductal carcinomas; t... moreBreast cancer (malignant breast neoplasm) is a type of cancer originating from breast tissue, most commonly from the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply the ducts with milk.Cancers originating from ducts are known as ductal carcinomas; those originating from lobules are known as lobular carcinomas. Breast cancer is a disease of humans and other mammals; while the overwhelming majority of cases in humans are women, men can sometimes also develop breast cancer. less
