Crystallizing galactocele - histopathological diagnosis of an enigmatic entity

Galactocele is a benign cystic lesion occurring most commonly during pregnancy and lactational period. Sometimes the inspissated secretions within the galactocele undergo precipitation forming crystals. It is very essential to differentiate this condition from various benign and malignant conditions forming crystals. In this case report we describe the cytological and histopathological features of a very rare entity known as crystallizing galactocele. To the best of our knowledge this is the sixth reported case in English literature.