intraductal papilloma

Intraductal papilloma - a small growth inside a milk duct of the breast.

Histologically, it appears identical to an intraductal papilloma of the breast.

An intraductal papilloma is a relatively uncommon small growth in the lining of the milk ducts near the nipple.

It is important to have an intraductal papilloma, as well as any other breast changes, evaluated and closely monitored by a health professional.

Intraductal papilloma.

You may not need treatment, but an intraductal papilloma and the affected duct can be removed if symptoms do not go away or are bothersome.

Cells from the intraductal papilloma may be collected using a small needle and syringe (fine needle aspiration) or by taking a tissue sample (core biopsy).

A nipple adenoma is a type of intraductal papilloma that arises within the lactiferous ducts that are located within the nipple.