A 20-year-old university student comes to the student health centre because she has discovered a small lump in her right breast.She is very worried that she may have cancer because her mother had cervical cancer.The nurse's response to the patient is based on the knowledge that what is the most common cause of breast lumps in women her age?

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Fibroadenoma is the most common cause of breast lumps in women under the age of 30. Cysts are also a common cause, but fibroadenoma is more frequent in this age group. Breast abscesses and adenocarcinoma are less common causes of breast lumps in young women. However, it is important to assess any breast lump and seek medical attention to rule out any serious conditions.

A 20-Year-Old University Student Comes to the Student Health Centre