Some female friends become very nervous when they discover breast nodules during their physical examinations.

Breast nodule is actually a common term, generally discovered through imaging examinations. It can also be referred to as a breast mass or breast lump. Essentially, it means there is something growing there, but what exactly it is remains unknown. Therefore, in clinical practice, we classify breast nodules into seven categories (0–6) based on imaging results. Categories 0–3 are generally not considered malignant, so regular follow-up examinations are sufficient. Starting from category 4, the likelihood of malignancy gradually increases, necessitating further examination and treatment. Below is a detailed classification chart for breast nodules for your reference.

Breast Nodule Classification Table