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Causes
By Mayo Clinic staffWhile some calcifications may indicate breast cancer, there are many conditions in the breast that can cause calcifications to form. Causes of breast calcifications include:
- Breast cysts
- Calcification in a fibroadenoma, a noncancerous growth
- Cell secretions or debris
- Mammary duct ectasia
- Mastitis
- Previous injury to the breast
- Previous radiation therapy for cancer
- Skin (dermal) or blood vessel (vascular) calcification
Causes shown here are commonly associated with this symptom. Work with your doctor or other health care professional for an accurate diagnosis.
