Which of the following describes the typical physical examination findings for a fibroadenoma?

Which of the following describes the typical physical examination findings for a fibroadenoma?

• A. Round or oval, rubbery, discrete, relatively movable, non-tender, about 1-5 cm in diameter
• B. Hard, irregular, fixed to the chest wall
• C. Diffuse breast enlargement with peau d’orange
• D. Nipple retraction with skin changes

Answer: (A)

Fibroadenoma is a benign breast lesion that classically appears as a well-defined, round or oval mass that feels rubbery and is freely movable within the breast tissue, usually non-tender, and about 1–5 cm in diameter. This mobility and discrete, smooth border reflect its encapsulated, noninvasive nature, which distinguishes it from malignant processes that tend to be hard, irregular, and fixed to skin or chest wall. Diffuse breast enlargement with peau d’orange points to inflammatory or more advanced malignant processes, while nipple retraction with skin changes suggests malignancy-related involvement rather than a simple benign lump.

Fibroadenoma is a benign breast lesion that classically appears as a well-defined, round or oval mass that feels rubbery and is freely movable within the breast tissue, usually non-tender, and about 1–5 cm in diameter. This mobility and discrete, smooth border reflect its encapsulated, noninvasive nature, which distinguishes it from malignant processes that tend to be hard, irregular, and fixed to skin or chest wall. Diffuse breast enlargement with peau d’orange points to inflammatory or more advanced malignant processes, while nipple retraction with skin changes suggests malignancy-related involvement rather than a simple benign lump.