Breast Health Conditions We Treat

At Community Breast Care, we believe that every patient deserves a clear understanding of their health and a supportive team to guide them. Our specialized breast surgical oncologists are dedicated to providing advanced surgical care for a full range of breast health issues, from routine benign concerns to complex cancer diagnoses, for both women and men.

As MD Anderson Cancer Center participating providers, our breast surgeons offer the gold standard of cancer care to patients in Central Indiana and the broader Midwest. This unique partnership means patients can receive world-class cancer care in a setting near home.

If you have questions about a diagnosis or wish to schedule a consultation with our surgical team, please call us at 877-655-9599.

Malignant (Cancerous) Breast Conditions

Some breast changes may be caused by cancer. The malignant breast conditions listed below involve cancerous changes in breast tissue and are evaluated by a breast specialist for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) - An early type of breast cancer that has not spread beyond the breast ducts.
  • Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDCA) - Breast cancer that begins in the ducts and can spread to surrounding breast tissue.
  • Invasive Lobular Carcinoma (ILCA) - Breast cancer that begins in the milk-producing lobules and may spread to other areas.
  • Paget's Disease of the Breast - A rare form of breast cancer that affects the skin of the nipple and areola.

Benign (Non-Cancerous) Breast Conditions

Breast lumps and pain don't always mean cancer. Here are some common breast conditions that aren't cancerous. 

  • Atypical Hyperplasia (ADH & ALH) - A condition in which too many cells grow in the breast ducts or milk-producing lobules. Atypical hyperplasia is not cancer, but it does increase the risk of developing breast cancer later on.
  • Breast Abscess - A localized collection of pus in the breast caused by an infection.
  • Breast Cellulitis - A bacterial infection of the skin of the breast. It may result from broken skin but is most often related to complications from surgery or cancer treatment.
  • Cysts - Fluid-filled sacs in the breast that are usually not cancerous.
  • Fibroadenoma - A common, non-cancerous breast tumor, most often found in women ages 20–30. These lumps are usually firm, smooth, round or oval, and move easily under the skin.
  • Gynecomastia - Enlargement or swelling of breast tissue in males, most commonly caused by an imbalance between estrogen and testosterone levels.
  • Hyperplasia - An increase in the number of breast cells. Hyperplasia may be benign or atypical.
  • Intraductal Papilloma - A benign tumor that grows inside a milk duct of the breast.
  • Lobular Carcinoma in Situ (LCIS) - An abnormal growth of cells in the breast lobules that increases the risk of developing breast cancer in one or both breasts. LCIS itself is not cancer.
  • Mastitis - An infection of the breast, often associated with breastfeeding.
  • Mastodynia - Pain or tenderness in the breast.
  • Radial Scars - Benign, scar-like areas of hardened breast tissue that usually do not cause symptoms. They may slightly increase the risk of breast cancer.
  • Sclerosing Adenosis - A benign condition involving overgrowth of breast glands and surrounding tissue, which may cause breast pain or tenderness. It most often occurs in women ages 30–50.

If you notice any changes in your breasts, a breast imaging expert can help determine the cause and assess for any risk of cancer.