Tumor breast

A tumor in the breast is an abnormal growth of cells that can be either benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Benign tumors are not considered to be life-threatening and can often be surgically removed. Malignant tumors, however, can spread to other parts of the body and are more dangerous. The most common type of breast tumor is breast cancer, which is a form of malignancy. Breast cancer can be divided into two main types: invasive and non-invasive. Invasive breast cancer is when the cancer cells have spread from the original tumor to other parts of the body. Non-invasive breast cancer means that the cancer cells are still contained to the original tumor site. When a tumor is found in the breast, a physician will perform tests to determine if it is benign or malignant. Depending on the type of tumor and its location, additional tests may be ordered to determine the size and extent of the tumor. Depending on the results of these tests, a physician may recommend surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or a combination of treatments to treat the tumor. In some cases, the tumor may be too small to detect through imaging tests and a biopsy may be necessary to make a definitive diagnosis. A biopsy involves taking a small sample of tissue from the tumor and examining it under a microscope. This can help determine whether the tumor is benign or malignant. Once the diagnosis is made, a treatment plan can be developed.