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Male Breast Cancer Symptoms

Signs and Symptoms to Watch Out For

By Lisa Fayed, About.com

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Contrary to popular belief, men do get breast cancer. Male breast cancer affects more than 1600 men each year in the United States. Male breast cancer symptoms include:

  • Nipple discharge

  • Lump, mass or swelling in the breast, nipple or chest wall

  • Inversion of the nipple)the nipple has turned inward)

  • Nipple or skin of the breast has a red appearance or is very dry and scaly

  • skin dimpling or puckering


When a lump is found, most of the time it is a benign condition called gynecomastia. However, ALL lumps and abnormalities need to be examined by a physician. Nipple discharge and a lump are the most common symptoms detected by a patient before diagnosis.

If you are experiencing any symptom, report it to your doctor. He or she can make a definitive diagnosis.

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