Breast and Thyroid Swellings Evaluation and Surgical Treatment

Breast and thyroid swellings can have many causes, ranging from benign conditions to conditions requiring further investigation or treatment. A breast lump may be caused by cysts, fibroadenoma, fibrocystic changes, infection or other conditions, while thyroid nodules may be solid or fluid-filled and are often benign.

Dr Shaunak Saha provides clinical assessment and treatment planning for patients presenting with breast lumps, thyroid swellings and related concerns. Depending on the clinical findings, evaluation may include examination, ultrasound, thyroid function tests, imaging and tissue sampling such as fine-needle aspiration when appropriate.

The purpose of evaluation is to identify the nature of the swelling and determine whether observation, further investigation or surgical treatment is appropriate.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Conditions: Breast and thyroid swellings

Assessment: Clinical examination

Breast evaluation: Imaging and tissue assessment when indicated

Thyroid evaluation: Thyroid function testing and ultrasound

Biopsy: Fine-needle aspiration when clinically appropriate

Treatment: Observation, investigation or surgery

Surgical focus: Removal or treatment of selected lesions

Patient group: Adults requiring breast or thyroid evaluation

Follow-up: Based on diagnosis

Planning: Individualised

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Q: Should every breast lump be checked?

A: Yes. Many breast lumps are benign, but a new or unusual breast lump should be medically assessed.

Q: Are thyroid nodules usually cancerous?

A: Most thyroid nodules are not cancerous, but appropriate evaluation is important to determine their nature.

Q: What tests may be needed for a thyroid swelling?

A: Depending on the case, evaluation can include thyroid blood tests, ultrasound and fine-needle aspiration biopsy.

Do not ignore a new breast or thyroid swelling. Book a consultation with Dr Shaunak Saha for appropriate clinical evaluation.