Can moxibustion be used to treat breast cysts?

It is generally not recommended to use moxibustion alone to relieve breast cysts. After the condition is clarified, the appropriate treatment method should be selected according to the doctor's advice. Although moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medical treatment method, there is no clear scientific evidence to support its direct effectiveness in the treatment of breast cysts.

Breast cysts are a common breast problem, mostly benign, and their main cause may be related to endocrine disorders, usually manifested as unilateral or bilateral breast pain, palpable lumps in the breast, etc. Depending on the type and size of the cyst, its treatment varies greatly, and simple non-breast surgical intervention may not bring improvement. Moxibustion stimulates specific meridian points through heating, which is said to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis. However, for breast cysts involving endocrine or structural lesions, it cannot directly relieve or eliminate the cause, and may even aggravate local discomfort due to heat stimulation.

Breast cysts are a common breast problem, mostly benign, and their main cause may be related to endocrine disorders, usually manifested as unilateral or bilateral breast pain, palpable lumps in the breast, etc. Depending on the type and size of the cyst, its treatment varies greatly, and simple non-breast surgical intervention may not bring improvement. Moxibustion stimulates specific meridian points through heating, which is said to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis. However, for breast cysts involving endocrine or structural lesions, it cannot directly relieve or eliminate the cause, and may even aggravate local discomfort due to heat stimulation.

If you are diagnosed with breast cysts and need treatment, it is recommended to adjust your diet, reduce stress, maintain a regular schedule to help regulate your endocrine system, and avoid spicy or greasy foods. When the condition is mild, keep regular checkups to observe the size and changes of the cysts; if the condition is severe or you continue to feel obvious discomfort, you need to seek medical attention in a timely manner and follow the doctor's advice to take medication or necessary surgical intervention. Do not blindly use moxibustion or other unproven methods to avoid delaying treatment.