Can category 4A breast lesions be cured?
Sep 27, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Qi Liqiang
Introduction
In general, category 4A breast lesions refer to BI-RADS category 4A breast nodules. Whether they can be cured depends on the individual patient's condition. If the nodule is benign, it is usually curable; however, if it is malignant, it may not be curable. Patients with BI-RADS category 4A breast nodules are advised to seek timely medical evaluation at a正规 hospital and receive standardized treatment under the guidance of a physician.
In general, category 4A breast lesions refer to BI-RADS category 4A breast nodules. Whether they can be cured depends on the individual patient's condition. If the nodule is benign, it is usually curable; however, if it is malignant, a complete cure may not be possible. The specific analysis is as follows:
1. Curable
Category 4A breast nodules indicate that the lesion has reached the fourth level of suspicion, with approximately a 10% risk of malignancy. If the nodule is due to a benign breast condition, it is mostly curable. For example, fibroadenomas or intraductal papillomas can often be completely cured through surgical removal. Patients with mastitis may be treated effectively with medications such as tamoxifen citrate tablets or acetaminophen tablets.
2. Not curable
Benign breast nodules are relatively common in breast surgery practice. However, if imaging evaluation indicates a category 4A classification, there is a possibility of malignant conditions such as breast cancer or lymphoma, and the disease may even be at an advanced stage. In such cases, a complete cure may not be achievable. Treatment would then focus on chemotherapy and radiotherapy to slow disease progression and improve the patient's quality of life.
Patients diagnosed with BI-RADS category 4A breast nodules are advised to seek timely medical evaluation at a reputable hospital and receive standardized treatment under the guidance of a physician.
