what is a fibrous tumor?

Question

I asked about having breast cancer because there is a small purple bumb on the side of my left breast. A breast specialist on this site, told me that it probably is a fibrous tumor. What is that? Is it severe? What cures it? Is it uncureable?

Answer 1

A fibroid (fibrous) tumor is a solid tumor and is usually benign. It is made of the fibrous tissue, hence its name. They tend to grow slowly and don't usually cause any symptoms, and are found most frequently in the uterus. It is unknown why they tend to form but there is a link between the growth of a fibroid tumor and estrogen. Pregnant women with high levels of estrogen tend to have fast-growing fibroid tumors, and women in menopause without estrogen secretion rarely get fibroid tumors. It is not very serious unless it is causing you symptoms, such as pain or heavy bleeding during your period. Your doctor can diagnose the bump and treat it, and very rarely, surgery is required to remove the tumor. Go see your doctor about it, but this post and your previous post don't sound like it is anything too serious.

Answer 2

check here - it may have some relevant information for you.
http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-834993_ITM
Definetely talk to your doctor about those questions, they'll be in a better position of understanding it's definition in totality.
Best wishes!