Serious symptoms of breast cysts

Severe symptoms of breast cysts may include severe local pain, rapid increase in cyst size, redness, swelling, heat, and abnormal secretions. These manifestations indicate possible infection or malignant lesions and require medical attention as soon as possible.

Breast cysts are usually a common and benign breast disease, mostly manifested as round or oval cystic masses in the breast, which vary in size, have clear boundaries and may change with the menstrual cycle. However, when the cyst becomes serious, some warning symptoms may appear. For example, compression of the surrounding tissue by the cyst may cause severe pain, especially when menstruation is approaching. If the cyst is infected, the affected area will become red, swollen, and hot, accompanied by an increase in the temperature of the skin surface, and even purulent secretions may appear. When the color of the fluid in the cyst is bloody or the cyst increases rapidly in a short period of time, you need to be highly vigilant about the possibility of malignant transformation. The appearance of these symptoms may mean that the cyst has changed from a benign state to a pathological state, and it needs to be diagnosed and treated as soon as possible.

For patients with severe symptoms of breast cysts, it is first recommended to see a doctor to find out the cause. The doctor may evaluate the nature of the cyst through breast ultrasound, puncture biopsy or magnetic resonance imaging. Treatment methods include medication, surgery or lifestyle intervention. Drug treatment can use painkillers to relieve pain, and antibiotics are effective for infection; for larger cysts with discomfort symptoms, puncture drainage can be considered to quickly relieve compression by extracting the contents of the cyst; if malignant diseases are suspected or the nature of the cyst is unknown, surgical resection and pathological examination may be required. In terms of diet, it is recommended to eat a low-fat and high-fiber diet and consume more fruits and vegetables, such as citrus fruits and tomatoes, which can help regulate hormone levels; appropriately increase low-intensity exercise, such as walking or yoga, can relieve breast pain. Avoiding foods high in estrogen (such as concentrated soy products) is also helpful.

Although most breast cysts are benign, serious symptoms should not be ignored. When your body shows signs of discomfort, please pay attention and seek professional help. Caring for women's health starts with daily protection: regularly perform breast self-examination, maintain a balanced diet and good living habits, and deal with any abnormal changes in the body in a timely manner, so that you can protect yourself from disease earlier.