Patient's question:
I went to the hospital yesterday to check my breasts. The doctor said that my breasts have some hyperplasia. I visited two hospitals in total.The first hospital said I should take traditional Chinese medicine for three months to completely eliminate it. They also said that if I didn’t take it, it would grow bigger, and they mentioned that I couldn’t have an abortion or take birth control pills. (Small hospital)
The second hospital said it was no big deal and that it would naturally disappear after I get married and have children, as the hormone levels would balance out then. If I took medication now, they could prescribe "Rupturing Pain Reliever" and "Free and Easy Wanderer," but it could only soften and reduce the hyperplasia, not completely eliminate it. (Large hospital)
Doctor's answer:
Hello: Not much of a relationship! Treatment of Breast Hyperplasia:Mostly treated with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Chinese herbal medicine domestically, while hormone preparations, vitamins, and other treatments are commonly used abroad. Surgical treatment may be necessary when needed.
Chinese herbal medicine includes: Xiao Yao Wan, Xiang Fu Wan, Ba Zhen Yi Mu Wan, Xiao Jin Pian, Ru Zeng Ning Pian, Tian Dun Su Pian
Western medicine includes:
1. Hormonal drugs, commonly used ones include: Tamoxifen, Bromocriptine.
2. Vitamin drugs, such as Vitamin E, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B6.
Lifestyle Tips:
1. First, maintain a calm mood and stable emotions, avoiding depression, irritability, and frustration.
2. Appropriately control fat intake, as it may reduce excessive estrogen levels, so a light diet is recommended.
3. Consume more foods rich in complex B vitamins, which are beneficial for the liver's metabolism of estrogen.
4. Actively treat gynecological conditions, such as irregular menstruation, uterine and ovarian inflammation; avoid induced abortion and maintain harmonious sexual activity.
5. For those with breast tenderness and lumps, it is advisable to have a medical examination and learn self-breast examination techniques for self-care.
6. For patients with suspected cancer, repeated medical examinations are necessary, and a biopsy may be required when necessary.
7. This condition has a long course and tends to recur, requiring persistent treatment and maintaining a positive attitude.