Clinical Case: Miss Anderson's Breast Lump
 
Symptoms & History

Physical Findings

Stop & Think

Lab and X-Ray

Differential Diagnosis

The Disease

Treatment

Conclusions

Quiz & Evaluation


Ms. Anderson's current illness:
  • She's been in good health, exercises regularly.
  • Weight has been stable.
  • Never smoked.
  • Eats a "regular" diet containing a moderate amount of fat.
  • Uses a birth control pill and has had no menstrual irregularities. 
  • Has never been pregnant.
  • Several days ago she noticed a small mass in her right breast while doing her monthly breast exam.
    

She's obviously concerned.

 

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