What is this small lump next to my chest?

We all know that going to the hospital to see a doctor is mainly about going through some examinations to help the doctor make a diagnosis. Of course, these examinations are divided into many categories, so everyone must distinguish them clearly and don't do them blindly. Some women find a small lump next to their chest that does not go away for a while and they worry that there is a problem with their breast. So, if you find a small hard lump next to your chest, what kind of examination should you go to the hospital for?

Experts say that there are several main methods for checking breast lumps:

1. Breast palpation: Professional doctors can gain a preliminary understanding of the texture, range, mobility and location of the lump through palpation.

2. Breast color ultrasound examination: Breast color ultrasound can detect more subtle lesions based on breast palpation, and can detect 3-5MM tumors in breast tissue. With the development of electronic technology and the application of high-frequency ultrasonic probes and color Doppler flowmeters, the detection rate of breast masses has reached 90%-95%, and the diagnostic accuracy of breast diseases has reached 92%-96%. Breast color ultrasound with high-frequency, high-resolution ultrasound diagnostic equipment and probes cannot be replaced by ordinary abdominal ultrasound examination.

3. GE Mammography in the United States: GE Mammography in the United States is a preliminary screening method for breast lumps. It is a non-destructive, radiation-free, and painless examination method. It can be repeatedly examined in the near future without any harm to the body, making it one of the preferred methods for non-invasive breast examination. It can clearly understand the internal structure of breast tissue lesions and has important clinical significance for the differential diagnosis of early breast tumors. It is more suitable for Asian women whose glandular tissue is generally denser, especially pregnant and lactating women.

Expert tips: If female friends find symptoms such as lumps in the breasts or breast pain, please go to the hospital for regular examination in time to avoid missing the best treatment period, which may lead to serious breast diseases and disastrous consequences.