Will breast cysts last a lifetime?

Breast cysts do not necessarily accompany you for life. Most breast cysts are benign diseases that can be controlled or even disappear through observation or treatment. If the symptoms are obvious or there is a risk of worsening, intervention can be carried out through medication, puncture drainage or surgery.

1. What is a breast cyst?

Breast cysts are fluid pockets in the breast tissue that are common in women of childbearing age, especially those aged 35-50. They can range in size from a few millimeters to several centimeters and can occur singly or multiple times. These lesions are mostly benign and are usually associated with hormone fluctuations and do not directly lead to malignant disease.

2. Why do breast cysts occur?

-Genetic factors: Women with a family history of breast-related diseases are more likely to develop breast cysts.

- Hormone fluctuations: Changes in hormone levels in women, especially estrogen and progesterone, are the most common causes. For example, the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, menopause and other stages can cause reactive cysts on the breast.

-Diet and lifestyle habits: A high-fat diet, high stress, and irregular work and rest schedules can easily induce cysts.

-Other diseases or irritations: breast inflammation, local trauma, long-term local compression, etc. may also lead to cyst formation.

3. Will it last a lifetime?

In most cases, breast cysts are not permanent.

-Spontaneous regression: Some cysts may shrink or disappear naturally after hormone levels return to normal, especially after menopause, when the probability of spontaneous regression of cysts is higher.

- Therapeutic interventions: For multiple cysts or cysts with associated symptoms, treatment may be through:

1. Drug treatment: Oral contraceptives and drugs that adjust hormone levels (such as Diane 35) may be effective for hormone-sensitive cysts.

2. Ultrasound-guided puncture and drainage: After the cyst fluid is sucked out, the cyst wall collapses and the symptoms are relieved quickly.

3. Surgical resection: For cysts that recur repeatedly or are suspected of malignancy, minimally invasive resection surgery can be chosen and the recovery can be observed after the operation.

-Self-care: Improving diet, exercising properly and regulating emotions can also help stabilize the development of cysts, such as reducing high-fat intake, eating more foods rich in vitamin C such as citrus fruits, and maintaining a regular schedule.

4.Does breast cyst require medical attention?

Although most breast cysts are benign, regular checkups and timely treatment are very important. If there are abnormal symptoms such as rapid growth of the cyst, increased pain, or blood in the cyst fluid, you should seek medical attention immediately to rule out the possibility of malignant lesions.

Breast cysts are not lifelong diseases. Early detection, correct treatment and regular check-ups are the key to solving the problem. Good living habits and health management can also help women reduce the risk of breast cysts and the possibility of recurrence.