Is it easy to distinguish breast cysts from breast cancer?

Breast cysts and breast cancer have obvious differences in B-ultrasound examinations, but the specific diagnosis still needs to be combined with clinical manifestations and other examination results.

Breast cysts are usually changes in breast tissue caused by fluctuations in hormone levels in the body, and appear as small cystic structures filled with fluid, while breast cancer is a malignant tumor that may appear as a solid mass. Ultrasound examinations can preliminarily distinguish between cystic and solid lesions by observing the echo characteristics inside the mass. Cysts are usually echo-free areas with strong sound transparency and clear boundaries, while breast cancer often presents low echoes, sometimes accompanied by blurred boundaries and irregular shapes.

Although B-ultrasound plays an important role in differentiating breast cysts from breast cancer, it cannot be used alone as the basis for the final diagnosis. Breast cancer may present with complex symptoms, and some cystic and solid lesions require imaging examinations such as molybdenum target and MRI to clarify their nature, and puncture biopsy is required for confirmation when necessary. Breast cysts are generally associated with fluctuations in hormone levels, especially before and after the menstrual cycle, which may cause pain or swelling. Breast cancer requires more vigilance for abnormal manifestations such as nipple discharge, skin dimpling, and hard texture.

If an abnormality is found in the B-ultrasound but the nature cannot be determined, or there is a lump on palpation or a significant change in the appearance of the breast, you should go to a breast specialist for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible to rule out the possibility of cancer. For confirmed breast cysts, if there is no obvious discomfort, you can have regular checkups, but you should pay attention to adjusting your daily routine, controlling your diet, and reducing your intake of high-fat and high-sugar foods, which will help with breast health management.