Page 65 2026 PAINT THE PAPER PINK Lincoln Daily News Oct/Nov 2026 Fibrocystic changes are most common in women of child-bearing age, but they can affect women of any age. Hyperplasia of the Breast Hyperplasia happens when the cells that line the lobules (milk-producing glands) or ducts (small tubes) inside the breast grow and multiply more than usual. It is not cancer, but some types of hyperplasia are linked with a higher risk of developing breast cancer. Intraductal Papillomas of the Breast Intraductal papillomas are noncancerous (benign) growths within the milk ducts that are a common cause of nipple discharge from one breast. They might also show up on imaging tests such as a mammogram. Lobular Carcinoma in Situ (LCIS) Lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) is a type of breast change that is often found when a breast biopsy is done for some other reason, such as to check an area of fibrocystic change. LCIS does not usually cause symptoms such as a breast lump or show up on mammograms on its own. Mastitis Mastitis is swelling or inflammation in the breast. It is often caused by an infection. It is most common when a woman is breastfeeding, but it can happen at other times as well. A clogged milk duct that doesn't let milk fully drain from the breast or breaks in the skin of the nipple can lead to infection. This causes the body’s white blood cells to release substances to fight the infection, which can lead to swelling and increased blood flow. Phyllodes Tumors of the Breast Phyllodes tumors are rare breast tumors that start in the connective (stromal) tissue of the breast. This is different than most other types of breast cancer, which often start in the ducts or glands. Most phyllodes tumors are benign (noncancerous). But some can be malignant (cancer). Phyllodes tumors are often divided into 3 groups, based on how they look under a microscope: • Benign tumors make up more than half of all phyllodes tumors. These tumors are the least likely to grow quickly and do not spread.
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