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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Fibrocystic breast changes | |||
| image = [[File:Fibrous_breast_changes.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Micrograph showing fibrocystic changes of the breast. H&E stain. | |||
| field = [[Gynecology]] | |||
| synonyms = Fibrocystic disease, fibrocystic condition, mammary dysplasia | |||
| symptoms = [[Breast pain]], [[breast tenderness]], [[lumpiness]] in the breasts | |||
| complications = [[Breast cysts]] | |||
| onset = [[Reproductive age]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic condition|Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Hormonal changes]] | |||
| risks = [[Hormone replacement therapy]], [[caffeine]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[mammography]], [[ultrasound]] | |||
| differential = [[Breast cancer]], [[mastitis]] | |||
| prevention = None | |||
| treatment = [[Pain management]], [[supportive bra]], [[dietary changes]] | |||
| medication = [[Analgesics]], [[oral contraceptives]] | |||
| frequency = Very common | |||
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[[File:Histopathology_of_apocrine_metaplasia_of_breast,_annotated.png|Histopathology of apocrine metaplasia of breast|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Fibrocystic breast changes''' is a term used to describe a range of changes in the breast tissue. These changes are very common and are not associated with an increased risk of [[breast cancer]]. | '''Fibrocystic breast changes''' is a term used to describe a range of changes in the breast tissue. These changes are very common and are not associated with an increased risk of [[breast cancer]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of fibrocystic breast changes can vary greatly from person to person. Some people may not experience any symptoms, while others may notice lumps or areas of thickening in their breasts. Other symptoms can include breast pain or tenderness, changes in the size or shape of the breasts, and changes in the skin of the breasts, such as dimpling or puckering. | The symptoms of fibrocystic breast changes can vary greatly from person to person. Some people may not experience any symptoms, while others may notice lumps or areas of thickening in their breasts. Other symptoms can include breast pain or tenderness, changes in the size or shape of the breasts, and changes in the skin of the breasts, such as dimpling or puckering. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of fibrocystic breast changes is not known. However, it is believed to be related to the hormonal changes that occur during a woman's menstrual cycle. These hormonal changes can cause the breast tissue to swell and become more sensitive, leading to the symptoms of fibrocystic breast changes. | The exact cause of fibrocystic breast changes is not known. However, it is believed to be related to the hormonal changes that occur during a woman's menstrual cycle. These hormonal changes can cause the breast tissue to swell and become more sensitive, leading to the symptoms of fibrocystic breast changes. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Fibrocystic breast changes are usually diagnosed through a physical examination and a mammogram. In some cases, a biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. | Fibrocystic breast changes are usually diagnosed through a physical examination and a mammogram. In some cases, a biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
There is no specific treatment for fibrocystic breast changes. However, symptoms can often be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and lifestyle changes, such as wearing a supportive bra and reducing caffeine intake. | There is no specific treatment for fibrocystic breast changes. However, symptoms can often be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and lifestyle changes, such as wearing a supportive bra and reducing caffeine intake. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Breast cancer]] | * [[Breast cancer]] | ||
* [[Mammogram]] | * [[Mammogram]] | ||
* [[Biopsy]] | * [[Biopsy]] | ||
[[Category:Health]] | [[Category:Health]] | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
[[Category:Breast conditions]] | [[Category:Breast conditions]] | ||
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| Fibrocystic breast changes | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Fibrocystic disease, fibrocystic condition, mammary dysplasia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Breast pain, breast tenderness, lumpiness in the breasts |
| Complications | Breast cysts |
| Onset | Reproductive age |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Hormonal changes |
| Risks | Hormone replacement therapy, caffeine |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, mammography, ultrasound |
| Differential diagnosis | Breast cancer, mastitis |
| Prevention | None |
| Treatment | Pain management, supportive bra, dietary changes |
| Medication | Analgesics, oral contraceptives |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Very common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Fibrocystic breast changes is a term used to describe a range of changes in the breast tissue. These changes are very common and are not associated with an increased risk of breast cancer.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of fibrocystic breast changes can vary greatly from person to person. Some people may not experience any symptoms, while others may notice lumps or areas of thickening in their breasts. Other symptoms can include breast pain or tenderness, changes in the size or shape of the breasts, and changes in the skin of the breasts, such as dimpling or puckering.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of fibrocystic breast changes is not known. However, it is believed to be related to the hormonal changes that occur during a woman's menstrual cycle. These hormonal changes can cause the breast tissue to swell and become more sensitive, leading to the symptoms of fibrocystic breast changes.
Diagnosis[edit]
Fibrocystic breast changes are usually diagnosed through a physical examination and a mammogram. In some cases, a biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
There is no specific treatment for fibrocystic breast changes. However, symptoms can often be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and lifestyle changes, such as wearing a supportive bra and reducing caffeine intake.
