Patient's question:
Recently, my wife noticed that her nipples frequently secrete colorless fluid. She had an ultrasound examination at the hospital, which revealed dilated milk ducts, but the walls were smooth and showed no abnormalities. How should this be treated, and is further diagnosis necessary?Doctor's answer:
Hello! It could be breast hyperplasia. Breast hyperplasia is a physiological phenomenon for women of childbearing age and does not necessarily indicate a disease. Generally, mild pain or tenderness in the breasts may occur before menstruation, and it significantly decreases or disappears after menstruation—this is physiological. If the pain is severe, it may be due to liver qi stagnation and fluctuations in hormone levels, leading to endocrine hormone imbalance, which requires treatment. Herbal remedies can often help, such as Ruzhengning and Xiaoyao Pill. It is important to maintain a regular lifestyle, adjust your mindset, relax, and engage in regular physical exercise, but avoid overexertion. It is recommended to have a breast ultrasound check-up every three to six months.