Can I eat Panax notoginseng for breast cysts?

Patients with breast cysts are not recommended to consume Panax notoginseng at will. The specific use should be determined according to personal condition and doctor's advice. Panax notoginseng has the effect of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, which may have an impact on breast cysts, especially cysts related to hormone levels, and should be used with caution.

Breast cyst is a common benign breast lesion, which is mostly caused by factors such as fluctuations in hormone levels and endocrine disorders. Panax notoginseng is a Chinese herbal medicine that promotes blood circulation and removes blood stasis. In theory, it may promote blood circulation in the body, thereby affecting certain hormone-sensitive lesions. For patients with simple cysts, if the cysts are small and have no obvious symptoms, regular monitoring and observation are sufficient; for cysts accompanied by obvious pain or hyperplasia symptoms, it is recommended to follow the doctor's prescribed medication based on the condition, such as tamoxifen, inosine tablets or Chinese medicine conditioning. Panax notoginseng also has a certain anticoagulant effect. If the patient already has a mild bleeding risk in the body, consuming Panax notoginseng may aggravate the condition, such as abnormal menstruation, ecchymosis, etc.

Breast cyst is a common benign breast lesion, which is mostly caused by factors such as fluctuations in hormone levels and endocrine disorders. Panax notoginseng is a Chinese herbal medicine that promotes blood circulation and removes blood stasis. In theory, it may promote blood circulation in the body, thereby affecting certain hormone-sensitive lesions. For patients with simple cysts, if the cysts are small and have no obvious symptoms, regular monitoring and observation are sufficient; for cysts accompanied by obvious pain or hyperplasia symptoms, it is recommended to follow the doctor's prescribed medication based on the condition, such as tamoxifen, inosine tablets or Chinese medicine conditioning. Panax notoginseng also has a certain anticoagulant effect. If the patient already has a mild bleeding risk in the body, consuming Panax notoginseng may aggravate the condition, such as abnormal menstruation, ecchymosis, etc.

Patients with breast cysts are advised not to blindly rely on certain foods or drugs for conditioning. It is best to start from daily life and assist in treatment through balanced diet, improved living habits and adjustment of psychological stress. In terms of diet, you can consume more foods rich in vitamin E and antioxidants, such as flax seeds, nuts, and green leafy vegetables, and reduce high-fat, high-sugar diets; have a regular work and rest schedule and avoid staying up late; increase aerobic exercise in moderation, such as walking and yoga, which helps regulate endocrine. If you need to use Panax notoginseng, you must evaluate its pros and cons according to the specific condition under the guidance of a doctor. Adhere to regular breast examinations. If the cyst suddenly increases, becomes painful, or is accompanied by other abnormal symptoms, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible.