Can a Breast Cyst Turn into Cancer?

First of all, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your family members from cancer. Thank you for sharing it here. Sharing our story takes a lot of courage and may give someone else the courage to share their story. Breast cysts are one of the most common reasons for a referral to a breast clinic. Breast cysts are part of a non-cancer disease process that is also called fibrocystic disease in the breast. I found a great article that I would like to share with you on Breast Cysts with the link provided here for you to copy into a browser: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK562196/ Some highlights include: the lifetime prevalence of fibrocystic breast disease might be between 70% and 90%, fibrocystic disease by itself is not strictly a risk factor for the development of breast malignancy and proper diagnosis, treatment and management of breast cysts are essential. Complex cysts are followed more closely. The American College of Radiology provides a standardized classification system for the assessment of findings of breast imaging (BI-RADS) with six classifications representing different levels of suspicion for malignancy. I hope this information is helpful. Please feel free to ask me more questions in the Ask Outcomes4Me feature of the app.

Having a family history of cancer and discovering a breast cyst can understandably cause worry. While most breast cysts are benign and don't turn into cancer, it's important to have any breast changes evaluated by a healthcare provider who can assess your individual situation and family history. This community understands these concerns, and sharing experiences with others who've faced similar worries can provide valuable support during this time.