Breast pain or mastalgia is one the most common clinical
problems with which women approach surgical outpatient
department. It is imperative to have a clear picture regarding the
epidemiological, pathological and radiological factors pertaining to
this problem.
Patient education and availability of quality radiological and
pathological services are crucial in the management of patients with
mastalgia in alleviating the fear of cancer among these women.
Reassurance and appropriate medical and surgical treatment
according to the cause of breast pain can reduce the morbidity and
improve the outcome of the disease
