How does Traditional Chinese Medicine treat breast cysts?

If breast cysts cause obvious discomfort or worsening symptoms, you need to seek medical attention in time to ensure symptomatic treatment. In the treatment of breast cysts, Chinese medicine attaches importance to holistic thinking, often starting from soothing the liver and regulating qi, promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, and eliminating phlegm and dispersing nodules to help relieve symptoms and prevent recurrence.

From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, breast cysts are often related to liver qi stagnation, qi stagnation and blood stasis, or phlegm and dampness obstruction. This can actually be understood as the body's "qi and blood transportation system" being "jammed" due to certain pressures, resulting in lumps or cysts in the breast area. Mood swings, uncontrolled eating, lack of exercise, etc. are all important factors that affect breast health.

Commonly used TCM treatments include oral and external application of Chinese medicine, acupuncture, massage, etc. Oral Chinese medicine such as Xiaoyaosan and Erxiantang can help improve the symptoms of breast cysts while regulating the liver and spleen functions. External application of Chinese medicine promotes the disappearance of lumps through local stimulation. Acupuncture focuses on dredging meridians and regulating qi and blood, and is also helpful for local pain and cyst absorption. Combined with acupoint massage, it helps to balance the body state, but it requires the guidance of skilled people.

In daily life, you should learn to regulate your emotions, relax appropriately, and avoid long-term stress accumulation. Eat a light diet, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and avoid too much greasy or spicy food. It is also recommended to do moderate exercise, such as yoga and brisk walking, which can promote blood circulation. If symptoms persist or the cyst increases, you should go to a regular hospital for examination and treatment in time.