Tumores o protuberancias en las mamas

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Tumores o protuberancias en las mamas

Tratamiento:

El tratamiento depende de la causa subyacente de la protuberancia o tumor de las mamas. Para buscar información de tratamiento específica, ver el artículo sobre la enfermedad específica.

Expectativas (pronóstico):

El pronóstico a largo plazo depende del tipo de problema. Si se desea información detallada, se recomienda remitirse a la enfermedad específica.

Situaciones que requieren asistencia médica:

La persona debe consultar con el médico si encuentra una masa o protuberancia nueva, inusual o cambiante durante un autoexamen de mamas.

Igualmente, debe acudir al médico si es una mujer:

Referencias:

Saslow D, Hannan J, Osuch J, et al. Clinical breast examination: practical recommendations for optimizing performance and reporting. CA Cancer J Clin . 2004; 54:327-344.

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