Pimples on your breast, however, typically do not indicate cancer.
Breast cancermay cause skin changes, but several other possible causes exist.
Breast acne generally improves over time, and breast cancer symptoms worsen.
Illustration by Tara Anand for Verywell Health
Illustration by Tara Anand for Verywell Health
Breast Pimple vs.
Breast Cancer Skin Changes
Breast cancer is a throw in of cancer that starts in the breast tissue.
Commonsymptoms of breast cancerinclude:
Breast canceroften causes skin changes in the breasts.
Acne is the most common skin disease, and most people experience it at some point in their lives.
People who menstruate may notice that acne is related to menstrual cycles.
To detect changes, start a monthly routine ofexamining your breasts.
Keep a journal of any changes you notice.
It is rare form of invasive ductal carcinoma and is more aggressive than other types of breast cancer.
Fortunately, it is treatable and even preventable.
This can cause scarring and raise the risk of infection.
Not a Pimple or Breast Cancer, Then What?
Noticing skin redness or other symptoms on your breasts may not be related to cancer or acne.
Breast cancer may cause skin symptoms, including redness, inflammation, thickening, dimpling, and irritation.
Breast acne looks like small red bumps, including whiteheads, blackheads, papules, and pustules.
Breast acne generally improves, while breast cancer symptoms worsen over time.
See a healthcare provider if you have experienced recent changes to your breasts.
The time it takes for breast pimples to clear up depends on several factors.
If a healthcare provider has prescribed treatment, it may take four to six weeks to start seeing results.
A pimple is a small red bump on the skin triggered by a clogged pore.
Aboilis a swollen, red bump on the skin triggered by a bacterial infection.
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