Fibroadenomas are benign (noncancerous) breast lumps that are commonly found in young women. These lumps are composed of glandular and connective tissue and are typically smooth, firm, and movable. While fibroadenomas are not usually associated with an increased risk of breast cancer, they may cause discomfort or concern due to their presence. Surgical excision may be recommended for fibroadenomas that are large, growing, or causing symptoms such as pain, tenderness, or changes in breast size or shape. The surgery involves removing the fibroadenoma while preserving the surrounding breast tissue to the greatest extent possible. Depending on the size and location of the fibroadenoma, the surgery may be performed using traditional open techniques or minimally invasive approaches such as ultrasound-guided or stereotactic excision.

• Symptoms: Fibroadenomas are typically painless, firm, smooth, and movable breast lumps that may vary in size. In some cases, fibroadenomas may cause breast pain, tenderness, or changes in breast size or shape.
• Causes: The exact cause of fibroadenomas is unclear, but they are thought to result from overgrowth of glandular and connective tissue within the breast.
• Treatment: Treatment options for fibroadenomas depend on factors such as size, symptoms, and patient preference. Small, asymptomatic fibroadenomas may be monitored with regular breast exams, while larger or symptomatic fibroadenomas may be removed surgically through lumpectomy or minimally invasive techniques such as ultrasound-guided or stereotactic excision.