TCM treatment of breast cysts

The Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment of breast cysts mainly improves symptoms by regulating Qi and blood, soothing the liver and regulating Qi, and resolving phlegm and dispersing nodules, but treatment must be based on specific circumstances, and those with severe conditions should seek medical attention promptly.

Breast cysts are common benign breast diseases, which are often related to emotional distress, improper diet and endocrine disorders. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the cause is mostly liver depression and qi stagnation, phlegm and dampness condensation or Chong and Ren disorders. The main symptoms are breast lumps and distension, and some patients may experience worsening pain before menstruation.

For breast cysts, Chinese medicine combines internal and external treatments. Internal treatments are mainly based on Chinese medicine, such as Chaihu Shugan San and Erchen Tang, which can be used to soothe the liver and regulate qi, resolve phlegm and resolve knots; Siwu Tang or Jiawei Xiaoyao San are suitable for those with insufficient qi and blood and irregular menstruation. External treatments include hot compresses with Chinese medicine or acupuncture, such as focusing on stimulating the liver meridian and spleen meridian related acupoints, such as Qimen and Zusanli, to help dredge the meridians and relieve lumps.

The daily diet should be light, and the intake of spicy and high-fat foods should be reduced. It is also important to avoid excessive mental stress and learn to regulate emotions. If the lump grows rapidly or is accompanied by obvious pain and other discomfort symptoms, it is recommended to go to the hospital for further examination and treatment.