What Is Granulomatous Mastitis?

Jul 01, 2020 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Recently, I experienced chest pain and was diagnosed with granulomatous mastitis after examination. Could you please tell me what category this condition falls under?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Jun
Hello, granulomatous mastitis is a breast disorder—a chronic inflammatory condition primarily characterized by granuloma formation in the mammary tissue. It typically occurs in non-lactating women and may be triggered by local inflammatory responses such as bacterial infection or trauma, leading to necrosis. Histopathologically, it manifests as a chronic inflammatory process within the mammary lobules, featuring granulomatous inflammation with epithelioid cell granulomas and multinucleated giant cells. I hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health!