Most scholars believe that the cause of breast enlargement is related to ovarian endocrine imbalance. Elevated estrogen levels and decreased progesterone levels or an imbalance in the ratio of estrogen to progesterone, which leads to excessive hyperplasia or incomplete replenishment of the mammary glands and fibrosis, triggering mastalgia, tissue disorganization, varying degrees of hyperplasia of the ductal epithelium and fibrous tissue of the mammary glands and the formation of cysts in the terminal ducts or alveoli. Therefore, it has been proposed that mastocytosis is associated with increased sensitivity of breast tissue to sex hormones. Under normal circumstances, every woman may experience mild or severe swelling and pain in one or both breasts before each menstrual period, and then it naturally disappears after the period. However, when the body is under the action of certain stress factors, it may lead to breast hyperplasia that should have been recovered by the breast does not recover or recovery is incomplete, over time, the formation of breast hyperplasia, due to the most important hormone balance in the human body, women in the 30 to 50 years of age, is the peak of estrogen secretion in the body, many gynecological diseases such as breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, etc., a considerable part of the endocrine Many gynecological diseases, such as breast cancer, uterine cancer and ovarian cancer, are caused by endocrine disorders, high estrogen levels and the accumulation of metabolic waste in the body. In modern society, life and work are stressful and the mind is often under high tension, which is also one of the causes of breast pain. In addition, lifestyle habits such as a high-fat, high-protein diet may also play a part.
The clinical manifestations of mastocytosis are diverse.
1. Breast pain.
It is often swelling or stabbing pain, which can involve one or both breasts, with one side being more common and the pain being untouchable in severe cases, even affecting daily life and work. The pain can be radiated to the ipsilateral armpit or back of the shoulder; part of it can be manifested as nipple pain or itching. Breast pain often appears or worsens a few days before menstruation and decreases or disappears after menstruation; pain can also fluctuate with emotional changes, exertion and weather changes. This kind of pain related to menstrual cycle and emotional changes is the main feature of the clinical manifestation of mastopathy.
2. Breast lumps.
Lumps can occur unilaterally or bilaterally within the breast, singly or in multiple places, generally preferably in the outer upper quadrant of the breast. They may appear as lamellae, nodules, or cords of different sizes, with lamellae being the most common. The borders are not obvious, the texture is medium or slightly hard, and there is no adhesion to the surrounding tissues, often with tenderness. Most breast lumps also have the characteristic of changing with the menstrual cycle, with the lumps increasing in size and hardening before menstruation and shrinking and softening after menstruation.
3. Nipple overflow.
A small number of patients can have nipple overflow, which is spontaneous overflow, mostly yellowish or pale milky white, and also a small number of patients can see overflowing overflow by squeezing the nipple. Caution is needed if there is bloody or coffee-colored overflow.
How to prevent and manage breast enlargement?
The first method: eat more low-fat and high-fiber foods
The daily diet should follow the principle of “low-fat, high-fiber” and eat more whole grains, beans and vegetables to increase the body’s metabolic pathways and reduce the adverse stimulation of the breast. In addition, controlling the intake of animal protein can prevent excessive estrogen, such as breast enlargement. (Kelp, kelp is alkaline food, can change their own acidic body. Soybeans, soybeans and soy products contain isoflavones, a substance that can lower estrogen levels in women’s bodies and reduce breast discomfort. Vegetables, vegetables are rich in vitamins, which can replenish the body with the substances it needs and improve immunity. (Patients with mastopexy should try to eat less coffee, chocolate and other foods that can contribute to more serious mastopexy.)
The second method: a harmonious sex life.
Harmonious sex life is a condition of conjugal love, and a recipe for regulating endocrine secretion, stimulating progesterone secretion, and increasing the protection of the breast. Of course, sex will also stimulate estrogen secretion. But under the watchful eye of progesterone, estrogen can only dutifully exercise its breast enlargement duties and has no chance to cause breast enlargement. In addition, orgasm can also speed up blood circulation to avoid breast from mastopathy due to poor qi and blood flow.
The third method: add vitamins and minerals
If the body lacks B vitamins, vitamin C or calcium, magnesium and other minerals, it will affect the synthesis of prostaglandins, and the breast will be stimulated by other hormones that cause hyperplasia.
The fourth method: pregnancy, breastfeeding
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are a good solution for breast enlargement. When progesterone production is sufficient, it can give protection to the breast and help repair it. In addition, breastfeeding will enable the mammary glands to develop fully and degenerate well after weaning, making them less prone to hyperplasia.
The fifth method: regulating menstruation
It has been clinically found that women with disrupted menstrual cycles are more likely to suffer from breast enlargement than others. Therefore, by regulating menstruation through endocrine regulation, you can prevent as well as treat mastocytosis.
The sixth method: maintain a good mood
The most fearful thing about breast enlargement is the good mood. Only when the mood is good, the normal ovulation of the ovaries will not be obstructed by bad mood, and the secretion of progesterone will not be reduced, so the breast will not be stimulated unilaterally by estrogen and mastopathy. The mammary glands that have been enlarged will also recover slowly under the action of progesterone.
The seventh method: regular sleep
Sleep not only helps to balance endocrine secretion, but also provides a good environment for various hormones in the body to perform their health effects in a balanced manner.
How is it treated?
There are many types of mammary gland hyperplasia, some are completely physiological and can subside on their own without special treatment, such as simple mammary gland hyperplasia; some are pathological and need active treatment, especially the cystic hyperplasia type, which has the potential to become cancerous.
1, simple breast hyperplasia also known as breast pain
It is most common in young patients and is characterized by significant periodic breast swelling and pain, which disappears on its own after menstruation. The pain is mainly localized in the breast, but sometimes it can radiate to the ipsilateral armpit, chest wall and back. Patients can usually correct the pain slowly by adjusting their emotions and maintaining balance. If the pain is more obvious, you can also take some traditional Chinese medicine or proprietary Chinese medicine, which is mostly used to activate blood circulation and remove blood stasis, dredge the liver and regulate qi, and treat both the symptoms and the root cause with remarkable clinical effects.
2.Cystic hyperplasia of the breast is formed by highly dilated lobules, small ducts and terminal ducts of the breast
Cystic hyperplasia is mainly characterized by cysts, accompanied by some other structural malignant lesions. It usually starts between 30 and 34 years old, with a peak between 40 and 49 years old, and there is a possibility of malignant transformation. The disease is associated with endocrine stimulation of the ovaries. Clinically, single or multiple nodules, pain, and nipple discharge are common. Survey data show that patients with cystic hyperplasia of the breast have 3-5 times the chance of developing malignant tumors of the breast than the average woman, and there is pathological confirmation that 20-61% of malignant tumors of the breast are complicated by cystic hyperplasia. Therefore, it is the duty of every female patient to actively treat cystic hyperplasia of the breast. Early surgical intervention if necessary.