10+ years saline implants, found a pea size lump, mammogram can back clean, should I get a 2nd opinion on my breast lump?

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About 3 months ago i found a lump just to the side of my nipple,about the size of a small pea. I have saline implants that are under the muscle and have had them for 10+ years with no lumps ever found until now. Went to gyno who scheduled mammo and u/s both came back fine and they said it must be my implants that im feeling. Im not understanding why now a lump is showing up and how could it be my implants? Should i get another opinion?

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Given your concerns, it certainly cannot hurt to obtain a 2nd opinion evaluation. I would suggest that you see a “breast surgeon” who has significant experience evaluating patients with breast masses.  Ultimately, a biopsy may be in your best interest. Best wishes.

Karen Singer, MD · Answer

It is likely that the lump you have found is not related to your implants. Breast lumps can occur for a number of reasons and happen to many women. While it is good that your mammogram and ultra sound came back clean, I would suggest that you see a breast surgeon for a biopsy. This will be the best way to determine if next steps are needed.Karen Singer, M.D., P.A. Harvard Graduate Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  By all means seek a second opinion from a breast surgeon.  An ultrasound-guided biopsy is likely your best option.

Joseph W. Aguiar, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

There is nothing wrong with getting a second opinion and may help put your mind at ease.  An biopsy guided by ultrasound may be a good option for a definitive answer.

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