Is second-degree mammary gland hyperplasia serious?

Written by Lin Yang
Breast Surgery
Updated on November 28, 2024
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Breast hyperplasia of the second degree is not serious; it is simply a case of benign breast hyperplasia. The main recommendation is to establish a good lifestyle, regulate life rhythm, maintain emotional well-being, persist in physical exercise, actively participate in social activities, and avoid or reduce mental and psychological stress factors. Additionally, mastering breast self-examination is advised. Developing the habit of performing a breast self-check monthly is beneficial, ideally after the menstrual period or midway between two months, when the breasts are softer. This makes it easier to detect any abnormalities. Then, it is sufficient to undergo a breast examination once a year.

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Breast hyperplasia is related to what?

Breast hyperplasia is currently believed to be related to endocrine disorder, leading to increased levels of estrogen, as well as external living and working conditions, interpersonal relationships, and various other stresses. These factors can cause breast hyperplasia. During the menstrual cycle, the breast is affected by changes in endocrine levels, experiencing cyclical changes. Hormonal imbalances, characterized by high levels of estrogen and reduced secretion of progesterone, can lead to incomplete recovery after breast hyperplasia, thereby causing the condition. Mainly, controlling emotions is essential. The primary symptoms are cyclical swelling and pain in the breasts.

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Is category II breast hyperplasia serious?

Category II breast hyperplasia is not serious; it is simply a type of breast hyperplasia. Breast hyperplasia is mainly related to the estrogen levels in the body. The main treatments should focus on soothing the liver and regulating qi, promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis, regulating mood, and adjusting endocrine functions. Some traditional Chinese medicines that soothe the liver, regulate qi, and promote blood circulation to remove blood stasis can also be used to manage these symptoms. There is no psychological burden associated with this, and normal treatment is sufficient.

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Good methods for mammary gland hyperplasia

According to different pathological types, clinically, there are two types of breast hyperplasia: simple breast hyperplasia and cystic breast hyperplasia, each requiring different treatment methods. Starting with simple breast hyperplasia: for diagnosed patients who do not exhibit symptoms such as pain, medicinal treatment might not be necessary. Maintaining a regular lifestyle, staying relaxed, consuming less fatty food, and drinking fewer caffeine-containing beverages are all beneficial. If the pain affects normal life and work, severe cases might consider using estrogen blockers to alleviate the pain. Surgery is generally not recommended unless the hyperplastic lump cannot be ruled out as malignant. So, how is cystic breast hyperplasia treated? For patients with small cysts and mild symptoms, no surgery is needed, and treatment might involve the use of anti-estrogenic drugs for endocrine therapy. If the cyst is large, causes compressive symptoms, or if an ultrasound suggests thickening of the cyst wall, rich blood supply, or the presence of a tumor attached to the cyst wall, or if the patient is highly stressed about the risk of cancer, surgical treatment might be considered.

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What is good to eat for breast hyperplasia?

Breast hyperplasia patients can eat pretty much anything. However, dietary considerations should be kept in mind. It is best to avoid high-fat, greasy, spicy, stimulative, and high-calorie foods as much as possible. You should consume more high-fiber and whole grain foods. The diet should be high in protein and fiber, and nutritionally rich, including plenty of vegetables and fruits. Meals should be well-balanced, and it's advisable to avoid spicy, stimulative, and greasy foods. Foods that nourish the blood, moisten the lungs, and relieve cough can also be beneficial.

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Unilateral breast hyperplasia symptoms

The symptoms of unilateral breast hyperplasia manifest as cyclical swelling and pain in the breast, often occurring or worsening before menstruation and subsiding or disappearing after menstruation. Mild cases may not receive much attention from the patient, but severe cases can affect work and daily life. However, patients generally do not exhibit obvious cyclical changes. Some may experience swelling and pain in one or both breasts, similar to being pricked by needles, and this pain can extend to the shoulder, upper limbs, and chest-back area. A few patients may have nipple discharge, with the discharge being yellow-green, brown, or bloody. During physical examination, nodular lumps of varying sizes, which are firm but not hard, can sometimes be felt in one or both breasts. These lumps, which move slightly upon touch, have indistinct boundaries with the surrounding breast tissue but are not adherent to the skin or chest muscles. Sometimes the condition presents as an area of indistinct thickening.