A Case Report on The Recognition of Granulomatous Mastitis and its Treatment

Abstract

Granulomatous mastitis (GM) is a rare disease, the pathophysiology of which is not yet understood. It is a benign condition that commonly presents as a painful and erythematous mass. Due to its vague presentation, GM is often mistaken for breast abscess, cellulitis, and even breast cancer. It is definitively diagnosed through histopathological studies, as common imaging modalities are often non-revealing. Due to its rarity,there is not yet a clear management method for patientswith GM. This case report details the presentation of a patient with histopathological confirmed granulomatous mastitis and her response to high dose steroids as a treatment. There is a lack of studies regarding the management of GM and this case indicates that the use of steroids is a reasonable avenue for further investigation.