Examinations of your breasts and armpit area look for more than breast cancer. The screening process will also help identify the following: Breast infections and abscesses Benign (non-cancerous) lumps, such as fibroadenomas Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) Breast implant issues, such as implant rupture Breast and skin cysts Swollen lymph nodes, which may signify cancer, infection, or inflammation