
10/01/2025
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
It’s natural to be worried if you notice something in your breast that looks or feels different. The first place your thoughts may go is that it might be breast cancer, and that’s a valid concern. But thankfully, not every lump or pucker means you have cancer. Many breast changes are harmless, but since it’s hard to know what’s potentially problematic and what isn’t, it’s important to get anything unusual you see or feel checked out.
If you notice changes in your breasts of any kind, seeing a doctor is the right next step. You can get a professional opinion about what may be going on (instead of checking Dr. Google to try to figure it out on your own) and can get any tests that may be needed to confirm a diagnosis. This will give you peace of mind if it turns out to be nothing concerning. If it’s something serious, catching it early when treatment is usually most effective is the best thing you can do for your health.
Here are some breast conditions that may look or feel similar to breast cancer and are not cancerous:
Here are some non-cancerous reasons you may feel lumps or notice other breast changes.