Francisco J. Esteva, Chief of the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Lenox Hill Hospital, shared a post on LinkedIn:
“Most people believe breast cancer always forms a lump.
That assumption is not always correct.
Lobular breast cancer often grows in a subtle, diffuse pattern that blends into normal tissue. It may not form a distinct mass, and it can be harder to detect on imaging or feel during an exam.
This difference matters. When the extent of disease is not obvious, additional imaging such as MRI may be needed, and surgical planning may change. In this setting, the challenge is often detection – not necessarily aggressiveness.
Understanding how this type of breast cancer behaves can help patients ask better questions and make more informed decisions.”
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