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Breast biopsy swelling
“Before 5 months, I had a breast biopsy done.
About one month after the biopsy, I noticed the lump became bigger in size (around 2 cm increase).
I have symptoms like swelling
I am worried whether this increase is due to post-biopsy inflammation or hematoma.
kindly advise.
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get a HRUSG of both breasts and consult a General Surgeon
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Inflammation or Hematoma shows up immediately and decreases gradually with time
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Consult a General surgeon for examination
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Send the report of biopsy
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Biopsy report of that lump ?
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Biopsy report would be helpful… get a HRUSG of both breasts.
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What's the biopsy report?
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Dr. Manu Maheendran
General Surgeon
13 yrs exp
Kottayam
Hello 🙏
I understand your worry — it’s completely natural to feel anxious when a breast lump changes in size.
A few important points to know:
After a breast biopsy, temporary swelling, inflammation, or a hematoma (collection of blood) can occur.
However, these changes usually settle within a few weeks, not months.
Since in your case:
The biopsy was done 5 months ago
The lump has increased by around 2 cm
You are still noticing swelling
👉 This needs proper re-evaluation rather than assuming it is only post-biopsy inflammation.
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What should be done next:
✔️ Review the biopsy report (very important)
✔️ Breast ultrasound of the affected side (and preferably both breasts)
✔️ If needed, a repeat imaging or surgical opinion based on findings
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Please note:
Persistent or increasing lump size should not be ignored
This does not automatically mean cancer, but it must be assessed properly
Early evaluation always gives better clarity and peace of mind
My advice: Kindly consult a surgeon or breast specialist with your biopsy report and recent imaging for a clear plan.
Wishing you good health. Feel free to ask if you need further guidance.
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Dr. Anisha Mettu
General Surgeon
6 yrs exp
Guntur
You got a biopsy done 5 months ago and the lump size increased 4 months ago. Had it been hematoma, in the last four months it would have already formed pus by now. Updating your biopsy report would have been helpful. We can have a chat over consultation otherwise.
When did you first observe the swelling?
Did you get any other investigations done?
Is it painful or painless?
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General surgeon consultation
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do not delay.
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