Patient's question:
I have always been in very good health, and there have been no problems with my breasts. However, in the past half month, I’ve noticed that my breasts are swollen and tender, and feel lumpy, which is quite painful. But when I lie down to take a nap in the evening, the pain disappears. I’m very worried it might be breast hyperplasia. Does anyone know what this could be?Doctor's answer:
Hyperplasia of the breast is a symptom caused by endocrine disorders leading to hormonal imbalance. Generally, it is due to excessively high estrogen levels, which prevent the breast from returning to its normal state and can form breast lumps. Breast tenderness and pain usually occur before menstruation and disappear after the menstrual period. It is recommended that you visit the breast surgery department of a hospital for examination. You can have a breast ultrasound.