Can breast cysts be felt?

Breast cysts can usually be felt when they are close to the surface of the skin and have a large diameter, but not all breast cysts can be found by touch, especially those that are small or deep in the breast tissue. If you find abnormal touch or suspect a breast cyst, you should undergo a breast ultrasound examination as soon as possible to confirm the diagnosis and take appropriate treatment measures according to the doctor's advice.

1) Characteristics and palpability of breast cysts

Breast cysts are a common benign breast lesion, usually manifesting as fluid-containing cystic structures in breast tissue. Larger cysts may be felt by touch as soft or elastic masses with clear boundaries. They are regular in shape, not adherent to the skin, may feel slightly fluid when pressed, and are usually not painful. Smaller cysts or deep cysts are difficult to detect by touch due to their location or size. Some cysts may also be accompanied by breast pain, especially before menstruation. The limitations of touch screening emphasize the importance of imaging examinations.

2) Identify the cause of breast cysts

Breast cysts can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

- Physiological factors: Fluctuations in hormone levels are a common cause, especially excessive estrogen, which stimulates abnormal development of breast lobules and forms cysts. The incidence rate is higher in women of childbearing age.

-Lifestyle influences: Staying up late for a long time, excessive stress, and eating too greasy food may cause endocrine disorders in the body, thereby increasing the risk of breast cysts.

-Pathological factors: Diseases such as breast hyperplasia and fibrocystic changes may also develop into cysts if not treated in time.

3) Diagnosis and treatment of breast cysts

-Imaging examination: Breast ultrasound is the preferred examination method, which can accurately determine the size, shape and location of the cyst. If necessary, it can be combined with breast mammography for a comprehensive assessment.

-Drug treatment: For cysts with obvious symptoms or recurring symptoms, you can take drugs that regulate estrogen levels, such as potassium iodide or breast-clearing drugs, under the doctor's advice.

-Puncture treatment: For large cysts with significant symptoms, puncture and fluid extraction under ultrasound guidance can relieve symptoms.

-Lifestyle intervention: Reduce stress and maintain a regular schedule; increase fiber-rich, low-fat foods such as vegetables and fruits in the diet; exercise appropriately to regulate endocrine.

The discovery of breast cysts indicates that women need to pay attention to their breast health. Even if no abnormality can be felt, regular breast ultrasound screening is recommended, especially for women over 40 years old or those with a family history of the disease. Early detection and early treatment are the key to maintaining breast health.