How long does it take for Chinese medicine to show results for breast cysts?

It usually takes weeks to months to see obvious effects of Chinese medicine for breast cysts, which is related to the severity of the patient's condition, physical condition and response to the medicine. Chinese medicine treatment emphasizes overall regulation, and relieves symptoms and controls the progression of cysts by improving physical fitness, unblocking meridians, regulating endocrine, etc., but it takes time to accumulate.

Breast cysts are a common problem for women. They are mostly benign lesions, mainly manifested as localized lumps in the breast, which may be accompanied by pain or breast distension. From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, breast cysts are often related to liver qi stagnation and phlegm and dampness retention, which may be related to excessive stress, mood swings, improper diet or physical factors. When using traditional Chinese medicine for treatment, the corresponding prescriptions and medicines will be selected according to the patient's specific physical type, such as therapies that soothe the liver and regulate qi, resolve phlegm and disperse knots, or replenish qi and blood.

Traditional Chinese medicine often combines oral administration with external application to treat breast cysts. Oral medication regulates endocrine, improves circulation, and dissipates cysts. Common herbs include Bupleurum, Chuanxiong, Prunella Vulgaris, Codonopsis, etc. External medication acts directly on the lesion to help reduce swelling. However, it should be emphasized that traditional Chinese medicine works slowly. In the short term, you may only feel a reduction in breast pain. You need to continue taking it for several weeks to several months and regularly observe changes in the cysts.

During the treatment with Chinese medicine, it is recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle, such as maintaining a regular schedule, avoiding staying up late, reducing psychological stress, eating more fresh fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins, and eating less spicy or high-fat foods. Regularly monitor the size and changes of breast cysts. If the cysts continue to grow, increase in hardness, or are accompanied by abnormal secretions, a professional evaluation should be conducted in a timely manner to avoid missing potential serious problems.