Folk remedies for treating breast cysts

Breast cysts can be relieved through traditional Chinese medicine conditioning, dietary adjustments, and appropriate hot compresses, but these folk methods can only play an auxiliary role in improvement. It is recommended to combine hospital examination and take formal medical treatment when necessary, such as drugs or surgery, to prevent the cyst from worsening or becoming cancerous.

1. Causes of breast cysts

The main causes of breast cysts may include hormone level fluctuations, bad living habits, and fluid retention in breast tissue. Modern medicine believes that breast cysts are often related to estrogen metabolism disorders. Excessive mental stress, long periods of sitting, or eating too greasy food can also increase the risk of breast cysts. In view of these reasons, treatment should not only relieve symptoms, but also focus on preventing and controlling the progression of the disease.

2. What are the folk relief methods?

The following three folk remedies are believed to provide some relief from the minor discomfort of breast cysts, but they will not completely eliminate the cysts and are not a substitute for medical treatment:

- Chinese medicine conditioning: Some Chinese medicine prescriptions are mainly used to relieve liver depression, resolve phlegm and resolve knots, such as Chaihu Shugan San or Xiaoyao Wan. Before using the medicine, it is recommended to consult a professional Chinese medicine practitioner to avoid side effects caused by improper use. Chinese medicines that promote blood circulation, such as Angelica sinensis and Salvia miltiorrhiza, can also help improve blood circulation in breast tissue.

-Dietary support: Eat more foods rich in antioxidants, such as cruciferous vegetables (such as broccoli and kale) and nuts rich in vitamin E, while reducing high-fat and high-sugar foods. Drinking lily, red dates, and rose water is also beneficial for soothing emotions and regulating endocrine.

-Hot compress therapy: Applying a hot towel or warm water bottle to the breasts daily can promote blood circulation and relieve the pain around the cyst. However, excessive stimulation should be avoided, and if there is obvious or abnormal pain in the cyst area, it should be stopped immediately and the doctor should be consulted to find out the cause.

3. Importance of medical treatment

Folk remedies can only play an auxiliary role and cannot directly solve the fundamental problem of breast cysts. If the cyst continues to grow or is accompanied by pain, medical treatment should be sought as soon as possible. Modern medicine mainly adopts the following treatment methods:

-Medication: Your doctor may prescribe medications that regulate estrogen levels, such as birth control pills or medications that suppress hormone secretion, to reduce the development of cyst symptoms.

-Puncture and fluid extraction: For larger breast cysts, ultrasound-guided puncture and fluid extraction can be used to drain the internal fluid to relieve symptoms, and pathological testing can also be performed.

-Surgical removal: If the cyst is abnormal in nature, recurs repeatedly, or there is a risk of malignancy, your doctor may recommend surgical removal of the cyst or related breast tissue.

Core Recommendations

Although breast cysts are usually benign lesions, they should not be taken lightly. Folk remedies can alleviate symptoms appropriately, but they alone are difficult to effectively control the condition or prevent deterioration. You should always cooperate with the hospital's scientific diagnosis and treatment. In daily life, develop good work and rest and eating habits, maintain moderate exercise, and pay attention to regular breast examinations. If abnormalities are found, they should be treated as soon as possible. Breast health requires all-round care, and everyone should take the body's signals seriously.