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Intraductal papilloma

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Nipple Discharge
Abnormal discharge from the nipple
Intraductal papilloma
Intraductal papilloma
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Needle biopsy of the breast
Definition

Intraductal papilloma is a small, benign (non-cancerous) tumor that grows within a milk duct of the breast.


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Intraductal papilloma occurs most frequently in women between the ages 35-55. The causes and risk factors are unknown.


Review Date: 10/31/2005
Reviewed By: Jeremy Goverman, M.D., Department of Trauma and Critical Care, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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