What is Lymphocytic Mastopathy aka Sclerosing Lymphocytic Lobulitis?

Lymphocytic Mastopathy
Breast biopsy showing lymphocytic mastitis consistent with diabetic mastopathy. Hematoxylin-eosin stains: Left, original magnification 400×; right top, original magnification 400×; right bottom, original magnification 400×.Breast manifestations of systemic diseases. Dilaveri CA, Mac Bride MB, Sandhu NP, Neal L, Ghosh K, Wahner-Roedler DL - International journal of women's health (2012). Not Altered. CC.

Lymphocytic mastopathy aka sclerosing lymphocytic lobulitis is an uncommon fibroinflammatory lesion that courses with the presence of benign breast nodules.

What is the Pathology of Lymphocytic Mastopathy aka Sclerosing Lymphocytic Lobulitis?

The pathology of lymphocytic mastopathy aka sclerosing lymphocytic lobulitis is:

-Etiology: The cause of lymphocytic mastopathy aka sclerosing lymphocytic lobulitis is not clear.

-Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to lymphocytic mastopathy aka sclerosing lymphocytic lobulitis includes persistent high blood glucose levels, as well as previously having a diabetic complication, such as neuropathy.

-Morphology: The morphology associated with lymphocytic mastopathy shows a dense fibrous tissue with hard lesion.

How does Lymphocytic Mastopathy aka Sclerosing Lymphocytic Lobulitis Present?

Patients with lymphocytic mastopathy aka sclerosing lymphocytic lobulitis are typically female. The symptoms, features, and clinical findings associated with lymphocytic mastopathy aka sclerosing lymphocytic lobulitis include a palpable mass, which can be painful.

How is Lymphocytic Mastopathy aka Sclerosing Lymphocytic Lobulitis Diagnosed?

Lymphocytic mastopathy aka sclerosing lymphocytic lobulitis is diagnosed using a core biopsy.

How is Lymphocytic Mastopathy aka Sclerosing Lymphocytic Lobulitis Treated?

Lymphocytic mastopathy aka sclerosing lymphocytic lobulitis is treated with a core biopsy which is performed under ultrasound guidance and it removes the central part of lumps.

What is the Prognosis of Lymphocytic Mastopathy aka Sclerosing Lymphocytic Lobulitis?

The prognosis of lymphocytic mastopathy aka sclerosing lymphocytic lobulitis is fair.