Types of Tumors

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What is the primary risk factor for breast cancer?

Lactating

Mastitis

Age (correct)

Pregnancy

What type of breast tissue is affected by cancer?

Soft, fixed tissue

Soft, mobile tissue

Firm, mobile tissue

Firm, fixed tissue (correct)

What is associated with an increased risk of breast cancer?

Pregnancy

Lactation

Advancing age (correct)

Mastitis

What is a possible condition that may affect the breast tissue?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

At what age does the risk of breast cancer increase?

Over 50 Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of breast tissue that may be affected by cancer?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is not a risk factor for breast cancer?

Diet Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible symptom of breast cancer?

Mastitis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of dividing the breast into four quadrants?

To facilitate breast examination and localization of lesions Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'tail of Spence'?

An axillary tail of breast tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom assessed during a health history of the breast?

Palpable masses of the breast Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of breast cancer risk assessment tools?

To assess the risk of developing breast cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk factor for male breast cancer?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of breast cancer screening?

To detect breast cancer at an early stage Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of benign breast disease?

Benign breast disease with proliferative changes on biopsy Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of assessing breast density?

To assess the risk of developing breast cancer Signup and view all the answers

Where are the pectoral nodes located?

Along the lower border of the pectoralis major Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range for fibroadenoma?

15-25 years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following nodes drain the anterior chest wall and much of the breast?

Pectoral nodes Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of fibrocystic change lesions?

Nodular, ropelike Signup and view all the answers

Where are the subscapular nodes located?

Along the lateral border of the scapula Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of fibroadenoma lesions?

Smooth, rubbery, and round Signup and view all the answers

Where are the lateral nodes located?

Along the upper humerus Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range for fibrocystic change?

25-50 years Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Breast Anatomy and Physiology

The breast is often divided into four quadrants based on horizontal and vertical lines crossing at the nipple.
The "tail of Spence" is an axillary tail of breast tissue that extends laterally across the anterior axillary fold.

Risk Factors for Breast Cancer

Age is the most important risk factor for breast cancer.
Other risk factors include benign breast disease with proliferative changes on biopsy and BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.

Characteristics of Breast Lesions

Fibroadenomas: smooth, rubbery, round, mobile, and non-tender.
Cysts: soft to firm, round, mobile; often tender.
Fibrocystic changes: nodular, ropelike.

Lymph Nodes

Pectoral nodes: located anteriorly along the lower border of the pectoralis major inside the anterior axillary fold; drain the anterior chest wall and much of the breast.
Subscapular nodes: located posteriorly along the lateral border of the scapula; palpated deep in the posterior axillary fold.
Lateral nodes: located along the upper humerus.

Breast Examination

Female breast examination involves assessing risk factors, palpating the breast, and inspecting for signs of breast cancer.

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This quiz covers the characteristics of different types of tumors, including their ability to move and their attachment to surrounding tissue. Learn about the different types of tumors and their impact on the body.