What to do with breast fibroids in an 18-year-old girl

Breast fibroids in 18-year-old girls are usually benign tumors. It is recommended to choose the appropriate treatment method based on the size, symptoms and growth of the tumor after diagnosis, including observation and follow-up, drug treatment or surgical resection.

Breast fibroids are a type of benign lesion, more common in adolescents and young women. Its formation is related to fluctuations in hormone levels and changes in the stage of breast development, but the specific cause is not yet fully understood. Breast fibroids often appear as smooth, fixed but movable small lumps in the breast, which are usually painless and may slightly increase or decrease with the menstrual cycle. In general, if the fibroid is less than 2 cm in diameter and grows slowly without obvious symptoms, regular follow-up can be chosen for dynamic observation. However, if the fibroid is greater than 3 cm in diameter, grows rapidly in a short period of time, or is accompanied by special circumstances such as pain and irregular borders, it is recommended to seek medical evaluation in a timely manner. If the symptoms are obvious, drug therapy such as hormone regulation can be used to control tumor proliferation; for larger tumors or tumors suspected of malignant risk, minimally invasive surgery such as breast fibroid resection and local mastectomy should be chosen, with small surgical trauma and low recurrence rate.

Breast fibroids are a type of benign lesion, more common in adolescents and young women. Its formation is related to fluctuations in hormone levels and changes in the stage of breast development, but the specific cause is not yet fully understood. Breast fibroids often appear as smooth, fixed but movable small lumps in the breast, which are usually painless and may slightly increase or decrease with the menstrual cycle. In general, if the fibroid is less than 2 cm in diameter and grows slowly without obvious symptoms, regular follow-up can be chosen for dynamic observation. However, if the fibroid is greater than 3 cm in diameter, grows rapidly in a short period of time, or is accompanied by special circumstances such as pain and irregular borders, it is recommended to seek medical evaluation in a timely manner. If the symptoms are obvious, drug therapy such as hormone regulation can be used to control tumor proliferation; for larger tumors or tumors suspected of malignant risk, minimally invasive surgery such as breast fibroid resection and local mastectomy should be chosen, with small surgical trauma and low recurrence rate.

It is recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a balanced diet and moderate exercise to balance endocrine levels. At the same time, avoid high-fat foods and excessive mental stress that may affect breast health. Once an 18-year-old girl is diagnosed with breast fibroids, she should have regular follow-up examinations, including breast ultrasound or physical examinations, especially when the size and shape of the tumor change significantly. In addition, after surgery, you should follow the doctor's advice to have follow-up examinations on time and pay attention to breast care to prevent recurrence and the risk of complications.