Question

A 28-year-old woman presents with a 2-week history of a painless, firm lump in her right breast. She has no family history of breast cancer. What is the most appropriate next step in management according to NICE guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Urgent referral to a 2-week wait breast clinic.

Answer

Reassure and review in 4-6 weeks after her next menstrual period.

Answer

Arrange an urgent mammogram.

Answer

Prescribe a course of antibiotics.

Answer

Arrange an ultrasound scan in primary care.

Practice question

A 28-year-old woman presents with a 2-week history of a painless, firm lump in her right breast. She has no family history of breast cancer. What is the most appropriate next step in management according to NICE guidelines?