What are the treatments for breast cysts?

The treatment of breast cysts mainly includes medication, surgery and daily life intervention. The appropriate treatment plan is selected according to the severity of the disease. Medication is an important method for mild to moderate breast cysts, including the use of hormone regulating drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and traditional Chinese medicine. Moderate to severe patients may need surgical intervention.

1) Drug treatment

Drug treatment is suitable for patients with mild or moderate symptoms, mainly including the following categories:

- Hormone regulating drugs: Use contraceptives (such as ethinyl estradiol and cyproterone acetate tablets) to regulate hormone levels in the body and relieve the pain of breast cysts. These drugs must be used under the guidance of a doctor to avoid side effects.

- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Such as ibuprofen or naproxen, can relieve pain and inflammation at the site of the cyst. These drugs are generally used as short-term symptomatic treatment.

- Chinese medicine conditioning: Chinese patent medicines that warm the yang and tonify the kidney, and promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis (such as Rupixiao Capsules) are used to dredge breast qi and blood and improve cyst symptoms. It should be noted that Chinese medicines need to be taken for a long time to be effective.

When using medications, you should pay attention to regular follow-up visits, observe changes in cyst volume and symptoms, and avoid dependence or side effects that may be caused by long-term use of medications.

2) Surgical treatment

For larger breast cysts with obvious compression symptoms or suspected malignant changes, surgical treatment is recommended:

-Cyst puncture and drainage: The fluid in the cyst is extracted through a fine needle. It is usually suitable for people with single fluid cysts and no infection. It has little trauma and a faster recovery.

-Cysectomy: The entire cyst tissue is completely removed. It is suitable for patients with recurrent cystic fluid or structural abnormalities and can completely solve the problem.

-Minimally invasive surgery: Endoscopically assisted surgery in recent years allows cyst removal through small incisions, with good cosmetic results and short recovery time.

Surgical treatment should be selected according to the patient's specific situation, and the nature of the cyst can be further clarified through postoperative pathological analysis.

3) Daily life intervention

For patients with milder symptoms or who require medication-assisted treatment, daily care is also very important:

-Dietary adjustments: Avoiding caffeine and high-fat diets, and eating more foods rich in vitamins and fiber, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, can help control the recurrence of cysts.

-Life rules: Reduce bad habits such as excessive stress and staying up late, and regulate endocrine stability.

-Regular check-ups: Perform breast ultrasound and palpation regularly to keep abreast of changes in cysts.

The treatment of breast cysts should be personalized according to the condition. Mild cases are mainly treated with medication and healthy lifestyle habits, while severe cases require surgery to completely solve the problem. If you find that your breast cysts are continuing to grow, the pain is getting worse, or there is a possibility of malignant transformation, please go to the hospital's breast department as soon as possible for detailed examination and treatment.