What are the symptoms of mammary gland hyperplasia?

Written by Lin Yang
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Updated on February 06, 2025
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The primary symptoms of mammary gland hyperplasia are breast swelling and pain, which typically affect both sides but are often more pronounced on one side. Breast swelling and pain are noticeably worse before menstruation and ease after the period ends, then gradually cease until the pain reappears with the next menstrual cycle. The entire breast may feel diffusely nodular and tender to touch, with occasional lumps or increased breast pain, all related to the menstrual cycle. Additionally, mammary gland hyperplasia may also involve a small amount of nipple discharge, primarily white or brown in color.

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Do breast hyperplasia hurt?

Breast hyperplasia can be painful, primarily manifesting as cyclical breast pain according to the menstrual cycle. For example, there may be swelling and pain before menstruation, and lumps can be felt in the breasts. Anger and "internal heat" can also worsen breast hyperplasia. The main treatments include soothing the liver and regulating qi, maintaining a positive attitude, and avoiding spicy and fried foods. Traditional Chinese medicine primarily uses approaches to soothe the liver, improve qi circulation, invigorate the blood, dissolve stasis, soften lumps, disperse nodules, and massage. In Western medicine, hormonal treatments can alleviate this pain.

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What foods should be eaten more for mammary gland hyperplasia?

After breast hyperplasia occurs, patients need to pay attention to their diet. They should avoid consuming high-fat, greasy, spicy, and high-calorie stimulating foods as much as possible. It is appropriate to eat more high-fiber and coarse grain foods. Moreover, the patient's diet should include high-protein, high-vitamin, and nutritionally rich foods. Eat more vegetables and fruits and arrange meals reasonably, avoiding spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods. It is also important to maintain a relaxed mood.

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Can breast hyperplasia turn into cancer?

Traditional breast hyperplasia, specifically lobular hyperplasia, does not become cancerous. However, if the hyperplasia has progressed to atypical hyperplasia, there is a small chance that it could turn into cancer. Normal lobular hyperplasia, in itself, does not become cancerous. Self-examinations and annual hospital check-ups are very important. Therefore, when you cannot distinguish whether the hyperplasia is lobular or atypical, you should go to a formal hospital for an examination.

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Symptoms of breast hyperplasia

Breast hyperplasia mainly manifests as cyclical breast pain and tenderness, which often appears or worsens before menstruation and lessens or disappears after menstruation. Mild cases may not catch the patient's attention, while severe cases can affect daily life and work. However, some patients do not show obvious cyclical changes. Symptoms can include unilateral or bilateral breast fullness and pain or needle-like pain, which may extend to the shoulders, upper limbs, or chest/back area. A few patients may experience nipple discharge that can be yellow-green, brown, serous, or bloody. The condition can persist for a long time, but symptoms may disappear or lessen after menopause.

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How to cure breast hyperplasia?

Breast hyperplasia currently does not have specific treatment methods. For those with mild symptoms and minor lesions, treatment is often not needed, but regular follow-up is necessary. For those with significant symptoms, medication and symptomatic treatment can be given. First, a bra can be used to support the breasts. Second, Chinese herbal medicine can be used, employing methods to soothe the liver and regulate qi to alleviate pain. Third, endocrine treatment can be used, but it has significant side effects. Fourth, vitamins can be used for supportive treatment in managing breast hyperplasia.