Bloody breast discharge is associated with which of the following?
A. Bleeding disorder such as von Willebrand disease
B. Malignancy
C. Excessive non-steroidal anti-inflammatories
D. A and C
ANS: B
Bloody discharge is often associated with malignancy but can stem from other conditions. If blood is not evident, the discharge should be tested for blood, using guaiac process.
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