Breast Disorders | Diagnosis & Treatments
How are breast disorders diagnosed?
The first step in diagnosing any type of breast disorder is a physical exam. Depending on the findings, your doctor may order other tests to help make a diagnosis. These tests may include:
- ultrasound
- mammogram
- fine-needle aspiration
What are the treatment options for breast disorders?
The treatment options available depend on the type of breast disorder you have. Many types of breast disorders don’t need treatment.
Some growths or masses may be removed surgically. Cysts may be drained using a very fine needle.
How we care for breast disorders
Breast disorders that are treated medically are addressed through the Reproductive Endocrinology and PCOS Program within the Division of Adolescent/Young Adult Medicine. Disorders that require surgery are addressed in the Adolescent Breast Center. Our programs are staffed with physicians and nurses who are familiar with every kind of breast disorder, as well as the latest and most effective treatments.