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Mastalgia
What should I do if I have breast pain and feel cold?
Breast swelling, pain, and coldness are considered to be related to breast hyperplasia, which is often thought to be associated with endocrine disorder causing increased estrogen levels. Local hot compresses, traditional Chinese medicine treatments, and methods to soothe the liver and regulate the Qi to harmonize the Chong and Ren meridians can alleviate pain. Endocrine treatments are also an option, but they could increase the risk of endometrial cancer, thus they are best avoided if possible. However, for prominent pain during the premenopausal phase, it is advisable to take medication before the onset of menstruation. Micronutrient treatments, including vitamins B, C, and E, can be used. These vitamins help improve liver function, regulate hormone metabolism, and enhance autonomic nervous system function, serving as adjunctive medications for this condition. Vitamin E also helps in alleviating pain.
How to relieve breast engorgement after childbirth?
Many new mothers experience breast swelling and pain after childbirth, primarily due to the poor secretion of breast milk leading to accumulation within the milk ducts, causing discomfort. There are several ways to facilitate milk flow and relieve breast pain: First and foremost, it is important to encourage the newborn to suckle more frequently, as this promotes milk expulsion and alleviates breast pain. Secondly, in addition to encouraging frequent suckling, using a breast pump can also help. Both manual and electric breast pumps are suitable for use. Thirdly, massaging the lumpy areas of the breast can help relieve the sensation of pain. These are some methods to ease breast pain by facilitating milk flow.
Lower abdominal pain and breast swelling, what's the matter?
Lower abdominal pain and breast pain are some symptoms that appear before menstruation. Before menstruation, there are significant changes in the levels of estrogen and progesterone in the body. An imbalance in the levels of these hormones can lead to symptoms such as breast pain and lower abdominal pain. These symptoms typically disappear with the onset of menstruation, so it is a normal phenomenon and does not require special treatment. These symptoms could also be early signs of pregnancy, as early pregnancy reactions. In the early stages of pregnancy, the levels of estrogen and progesterone in the body increase significantly, which can cause breast pain, lower abdominal pain, and other early pregnancy reactions such as nausea and vomiting. When experiencing lower abdominal pain and breast pain, one should first consider the menstrual cycle and whether there is a delay in menstruation. If the menstruation is delayed, pregnancy should be considered. If it is just before an expected menstruation, these could be premenstrual symptoms.
Is breast pain related to taking folic acid?
Breast pain and swelling are generally not related to folic acid intake, as such pain and swelling are usually associated with breast hyperplasia, which is often related to endocrine disorders leading to increased levels of estrogen. The breast is a target organ for many endocrine glands, and its physiological activities are influenced by hormones secreted by the pituitary gland, ovaries, and adrenal cortex. The pituitary gland can directly affect the breast through prolactin. At the same time, estrogen and progesterone produced by the ovaries and adrenal cortex indirectly affect the breast. During pregnancy, breast cancer is influenced by estrogen and progesterone produced by the placenta. During pregnancy and lactation, the breast noticeably proliferates, with ductal elongation and alveolar secretion of milk. After breastfeeding, breast tissue returns to a relatively quiescent state.
Does ovulation bleeding cause breast tenderness?
Most women do not show any abnormal symptoms during their ovulation period, but some may experience bleeding during ovulation. Generally, ovulation bleeding does not accompany breast tenderness. Ovulation bleeding usually occurs after ovulation when the level of estrogen drops rapidly, sometimes causing partial shedding of the uterine lining, which leads to ovulation bleeding. At this time, it often does not involve breast tenderness. Generally, a few days after ovulation bleeding, when the estrogen level rises again, breast tenderness may occur. For abnormal breast tenderness, it is necessary to conduct a breast ultrasound or even a mammogram to rule out conditions such as breast hyperplasia, breast nodules, or even breast tumors.
Breast pain during running, what could be the reason?
Breast hyperplasia is generally considered related to endocrine disorders, which lead to increased levels of estrogen. The external environment in which one lives, including work and living conditions, interpersonal relationships, and various other stress factors, can cause changes in the body's internal environment. This, in turn, affects the function of the endocrine system, leading to abnormal secretion of one or several types of hormones. During the menstrual cycle, changes in hormone levels within the breast receptors can cause neutral changes. When the balance of hormone levels in the body is lost, and estrogen levels increase, a decrease in progesterone secretion can lead to incomplete regression of breast hyperplasia, causing an increase in breast tissue. Additionally, differences in the quality and quantity of female hormone receptors in the breast tissue may lead to uneven growth in different parts of the breast.
Can breast pain be treated with a hot compress?
Breast swelling and pain can be treated with hot compresses, but the results may not be very satisfactory. Breast pain caused by mammary gland hyperplasia is generally treated with traditional Chinese medicine, which relieves pain by soothing the liver and regulating qi, and harmonizing the Chong and Ren meridians. Endocrine treatment can also be used, preferably avoided, but can be taken before menstruation when the pain is very significant in the pre-menopausal period. When undergoing endocrine treatment, it is necessary to regularly re-examine the pelvic ultrasound, as endocrine treatment may increase the risk of endometrial cancer. Vitamin therapy can also be used; vitamins B, C, and E can improve liver function, regulate basic metabolism, and enhance autonomic nerve function, and can be used as an adjunctive treatment for this condition. Recently, vitamin E has also been considered to have pain-relieving properties, and regular ultrasound examinations of the mammary glands or mammography are necessary when breast swelling and pain occur.
Can ice be applied for breast pain?
Breast pain can be treated with ice packs, but the effect is generally not good. Breast pain is generally considered to be related to mammary gland hyperplasia. We can treat it with traditional Chinese medicine. The pain can be alleviated by using methods to soothe the liver, regulate qi, and harmonize the Chong and Ren meridians. Endocrine treatment can also be used, preferably avoided, but can be considered prior to menstruation in cases where the pain is significantly severe in the premenopausal period. When undergoing endocrine treatment, it is necessary to regularly re-examine the pelvic ultrasound because endocrine therapy can increase the risk of endometrial cancer. Vitamin treatment can also be used. Vitamins B, C, E, etc., have functions such as improving liver function, regulating basal metabolism, and improving autonomic nervous functions, and can be used as an auxiliary treatment for this condition. Vitamin E also has pain-relieving effects. In cases with a family history of breast cancer, where the lesions are limited to a part of the breast, and if there is a noticeable lump after menstruation, a biopsy should be performed, and surgical treatment may be necessary if needed. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)
Will the breasts become sore 7 days into pregnancy?
Women may experience breast tenderness seven days into pregnancy, generally due to changes in hormone levels caused by the pregnancy. This is a normal physiological phenomenon and there is no need for excessive worry. It is recommended that during the early stages of pregnancy, rest is important to prevent catching a cold and to ensure adequate sleep quality. Avoid mental stress and excessive fatigue. Nutrition should be balanced and well-coordinated, with an emphasis on eating fresh vegetables and fruits. Regular prenatal checkups should also be attended.
Is it normal for breast tenderness to disappear in early pregnancy?
In early pregnancy, the changes in a woman's breasts are due to an increase in estrogen, which promotes the development of mammary ducts and the accumulation of fat, while progesterone promotes the development of mammary alveoli. Prolactin, growth hormone, insulin, cortisol, and epidermal growth factor also work together to differentiate stem cells into alveolar cells and myoepithelial cells. This often results in women noticing gradually enlarging breasts and feeling breast tenderness during physical examinations. Therefore, it is normal for women to experience breast tenderness in the affected areas, and the disappearance of this tenderness is also normal. If you are concerned, you can further visit a hospital for an examination to rule out any organic changes in the breast tissue. Follow the advice and proper diagnoses of doctors. If you have further questions, please consult a doctor at the hospital for more information.