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M Sforza, M Perelli Ercolini, G D'Alessandro

    Minerva Medica
    |October 17, 1978
    PubMed
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    Most breast pain cases stem from hormone disorders, not initial cancer. This review of 624 patients highlights age, fecundity, and occupation factors in breast pain etiology.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gynecology
    • Endocrinology
    • Oncology

    Context:

    • Review of 624 breast pain cases over 5 years.
    • Analysis focused on patient age, fecundity, affected side, and occupation.
    • Investigated the relationship between breast pain and gynecological/hormonal factors.

    Purpose:

    • To analyze the causes of breast pain in a large patient cohort.
    • To determine if breast pain is a reliable indicator of early-stage breast cancer.
    • To correlate breast pain with demographic and lifestyle factors.

    Summary:

    • Gynaecological evidence strongly suggests hormonal imbalances as the primary cause of breast pain.
    • No cases of initial breast cancer were detected solely based on the symptom of pain.
    • Findings align with existing literature on breast pain etiology.

    Impact:

    • Clarifies that breast pain is predominantly linked to hormonal issues, not cancer detection.
    • Provides valuable data for clinicians managing patients with breast pain.
    • Reduces patient anxiety by differentiating pain causes from malignancy.