What are the treatment methods for breast cysts?

Patient's question:

Breast cyst

Doctor's answer:

Breast cysts are primarily caused by endocrine disorders leading to the proliferation of ductal epithelium, an increase in intraductal cells, resulting in duct extension, tortuosity, and folding. In the folded areas, the duct wall undergoes necrosis due to ischemia, forming a cyst. Common types of breast cysts include simple cysts and galactoceles. Simple cysts are the most prevalent among breast cysts.
For patients with breast cysts, it is recommended to adjust dietary habits, reduce the intake of fatty foods, prevent obesity, and minimize the use of estrogen-containing medications. Avoid the indiscriminate use of birth control pills and estrogen-containing cosmetic products, as well as meat (such as chicken and beef) raised with estrogen. All of these can cause breast hyperplasia or exacerbate it.
Breast cyst patients should regularly consume kelp, which helps alleviate pain and reduce lump size. They should also eat more orange peels, orange cakes, and oysters, which are known for promoting qi flow and resolving stagnation. Avoid cold and spicy foods. Additionally, if you have any questions, you can consult me online or research the topical treatment methods for breast health and safety (a traditional Chinese medicine approach).