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Breast lumps- FAQs Q1. What is a breast lump?  A breast lump is a swelling or an area which feels a little thicker than the rest of the breast tissue. Q2. What should I do if I feel a lump in my breast? First of all, don't panic. Not all breast lumps are cancerous. You just need to visit your family doctor or gynaecologist and tell him or her about the lump. Q3. What do I expect when I visit my doctor regarding the breast lump? Will I be subjected to an invasive procedure? Your doctor will ask you about the lump, like since when you have noticed its presence, is it painful etc. He /she will also enquire about your family history -whether any of your close family members had breast cancer. After this, the doctor will examine you. You will then be advised some investigations to determine the exact type of lump. Not all investigations are invasive, so don't worry.    Q4.What are the usual investigations advised for breast lumps? Following are the usual investigations ad...