ObjectiveTo summarize the progress of diagnosis and treatment in male breast cancer. MethodsThe literatures about the research progress of diagnosis and treatment in male breast cancer were reviewed. ResultsThe diagnosis of male breast cancer relied mainly on clinical manifestations and imaging manifestations, the main treatment of male breast cancer was modified radical operation, combining with radiotherapy, chemotherapy, endocrine therapy, and targeted therapy. ConclusionsThe treatment of male breast cancer is mainly reference the treatment of female breast cancer, which is lack of a clear standard of treatment. Indepth study on the molecular genetic level will provide more accurate care decisions for the treatment of male breast cancer.