(N64.1) Fat necrosis of breast

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402 798 in individuals diagnosis fat necrosis of breast confirmed
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1 060 deaths with diagnosis fat necrosis of breast

Diagnosis fat necrosis of breast is diagnosed Women are 90.87% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis fat necrosis of breast

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Women receive the diagnosis fat necrosis of breast

1 060 (0.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease fat necrosis of breast - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 35-39

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 10-84
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-94

Disease Features fat necrosis of breast

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Non-contagious
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Trauma
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Moderate individual risk, low public risk
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Fat necrosis of breast - what does this mean

Fat necrosis of the breast is a condition caused by the death of fatty tissue due to trauma, surgery, or radiation. it usually presents as a lump in the breast, which may be painful and tender. the dead fat cells are replaced by fibrous tissue, which can form a mass or cyst.

What happens during the disease - fat necrosis of breast

Fat necrosis of the breast is a condition caused by the breakdown of fat cells in the breast due to physical trauma, such as a biopsy or surgery. this trauma causes the fat cells to become damaged and release their contents into the surrounding tissue, leading to inflammation, swelling, and the formation of scar tissue. the inflammation can cause pain and tenderness, and in some cases, the formation of a lump.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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5 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Fat necrosis of breast - Prevention

Fat necrosis of the breast can be prevented by avoiding trauma to the breast tissue, such as from aggressive massage or breast compression during mammography. additionally, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking, and limiting alcohol consumption can all help reduce your risk of developing fat necrosis.

Main symptoms of the disease fat necrosis of breast

Chest pain

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Enlarged lymph nodes

(Swollen lymph nodes, Enlarged lymph glands, Inflamed lymph nodes, Bulging lymph nodes, Tender lymph nodes, Enlarged lymph nodes, Swollen lymph glands, Inflamed lymph glands, Bulging lymph glands, Tender lymph glands)

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Pain in the breast

(Agony in the breast, Distress in the breast, Soreness in the breast, Tenderness in the breast, Aching in the breast, Throbbing in the breast, Discomfort in the breast, Suffering in the breast, Hurt in the breast, Pang in the breast)

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Cyanosis

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Swollen chest

(Bulging chest, Enlarged chest, Puffed chest, Distended chest, Inflated chest, Puffed-up chest, Bloated chest, Blown-up chest)

Swollen chest is a symptom of an underlying medical condition. It can be seen as a swelling or puffiness of the chest area, which can be tender to the touch. It may develop gradually or suddenly, and can be accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, chest pain, and difficulty breathing. Swollen ch...

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Hemorrhage under the skin

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