Patient's question:
Please ask what are the symptoms of small leaf mammary hyperplasia? I have a hard lump on my breast that moves when touched but doesn't hurt.Doctor's answer:
Hello, breast hyperplasia is the most common breast disease in women, accounting for the highest incidence among breast diseases. In recent years, the incidence of this disease has shown an increasing trend, and the age of onset is also becoming younger. According to surveys, approximately 70% to 80% of women have varying degrees of breast hyperplasia, with it being more common in women aged 25 to 45.Experts remind: After developing breast hyperplasia, many patients do not pay enough attention, delaying medical consultation or only seeking relief from breast pain symptoms, while failing to recognize the potential risks of breast hyperplasia—such as a small number of cases progressing to benign breast tumors or malignant transformation if left untreated for a long time.
Causes of Breast Hyperplasia
Breast hyperplasia is a degenerative structural change in the breast's ducts and lobules, along with progressive growth of connective tissue. The main cause of this disease is endocrine hormone imbalance. So, what factors lead to this hormonal disruption?
In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), it is believed that emotional distress, improper liver Qi flow, and blood stasis can lead to phlegm accumulation, resulting in irregular menstruation and facial pigmentation. Modern medicine suggests that factors such as marriage, childbirth, dietary habits, living environment, and genetic predisposition are the primary causes of breast disease.
Symptoms of Breast Hyperplasia
The main characteristic is cyclical breast pain. Initially, it is a diffuse, dull ache, with tenderness primarily in the outer upper quadrant and upper central region of the breast. The pain intensifies before menstruation and subsides or disappears after the menstrual period. In severe cases, the pain persists before and after menstruation. Sometimes, the pain radiates to the armpit, shoulder blades, and upper limbs. Patients often report feeling lumps in their breasts, but clinical examinations only reveal