May be round or lobular
Firm, mobile, and not fixed to breast tissue or chest wall
No premenstrual changes
Referral and biopsy indicated for definitive diagnosis
ᴥ Increased Venous Prominence
Associated with breast cancer if unilateral
Unilateral localized increase in venous pattern associated with malignant tumors
Normal with breast enlargement associated with pregnancy and lactation if bilateral
and bilateral symmetry
ᴥ Peau d'Orange (Edema)
Associated with breast cancer
Caused by interference with lymphatic drainage
Breast skin has orange peel appearance
Skin pores enlarge
May be noted on the areola