What causes breast pain?

Breast pain is a phenomenon that many female friends will experience in daily life. Its occurrence often makes women panic because they don’t know what breast pain is? In fact, breast pain is mostly caused by breast hyperplasia. It should be diagnosed and treated promptly according to the symptoms, and the best time for treatment should not be missed.

1. What causes breast pain?

Breast pain is mostly caused by breast hyperplasia and should be treated accordingly.

Since there is no clear understanding of the mechanism and cause of breast hyperplasia, the current treatment is basically symptomatic. Some patients may experience spontaneous remission several months to 1 to 2 years after onset and usually do not require treatment. Some people use androgens to treat this disease to inhibit the effects of estrogen, soften nodules, and relieve symptoms; however, this treatment may aggravate the imbalance of hormones in the human body and is not suitable for routine use. It should only be considered when the symptoms are severe and affect normal work and life.

During the follow-up observation of the patient, if a lump is found that grows rapidly or becomes hard in a short period of time, the possibility of cancer should be highly suspected. If necessary, a biopsy or simple resection of the affected breast should be performed. If cancer cells are found in the frozen section during the operation, the patient should be treated as breast cancer.

If it is confirmed that it is breast hyperplasia, first of all, don't panic. You must judge how to treat it based on the specific situation and seek comprehensive consultation. With the emergence of early diagnosis methods for breast diseases, breast-conserving treatment techniques and postoperative comprehensive treatments have become increasingly mature. Generally, breast diseases are not easy to treat surgically, and conservative treatment and diet therapy are recommended.

2. Treatment of breast hyperplasia

1. Non-surgical treatment

Most cystic hyperplasia can be treated non-surgically. Use a bra to lift the breasts. Traditional Chinese medicine to soothe the liver, regulate qi and harmonize the body can relieve pain. When the pain is obvious in the premenopausal period, you can take methyltestosterone 3 times a day before the menstruation, 5 mg each time; you can also take progesterone orally 5-10 mg per day for 7-10 days before menstruation. In recent years, the use of vitamin E treatment has also had a pain-relieving effect. For those whose lesions are limited to a part of the breast and who still have obvious lumps after menstruation, surgical treatment can also be used.

Treatment under the guidance of a doctor: Western medicine includes 5% potassium iodide. Those with severe pain can try methyltestosterone, which should be taken orally one week before menstruation to avoid further disrupting the delicate balance of hormones in the human body.

2. Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment

Aiming at the causes and pathogenesis of breast hyperplasia, traditional Chinese medicine is used to treat breast hyperplasia. Neixiao Pills are mainly formulated to regulate qi and relieve pain, promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, soften and disperse nodules, supplemented by tonifying the kidney and strengthening the foundation, strengthening the body's resistance and eliminating evil, and improving the body's immunity. Western hormone drugs and some traditional Chinese medicines are helpless in treating this disease.

Acupoint stimulation and acupuncture: Using the meridian theory, timely and appropriate selection of acupoint stimulation or acupuncture and bloodletting according to the direction of the breast meridians can quickly relieve pain and relieve redness, swelling and heat. This method is safe and has no side effects. It is suitable for patients with severe pain and acute onset of the disease.

The method of nourishing and regulating the spirit, qi and heart: According to the dialectical theory of online experts, breast diseases increase and decrease with emotions, especially for some patients who have poor self-regulation. This method can make people feel at ease, refreshed and stable, and promote the functioning of the liver and spleen. It is a good psychological therapy.