Mastopathy of the mammary glands
Features of mastopathy treatment
Mastopathy of the mammary gland is a benign disease characterized by the growth of its tissues and the appearance of lumps in the form of nodes. The disease occurs most often in women of childbearing age. Mastopathy in men is a rare phenomenon.
Types of disease:
- diffuse (a large number of seals);
- focal mastopathy (single nodes);
- fibrocystic (the presence of cysts, intraductal papillomas and fibroadenomas).
Among the factors provoking the disease, the following should first be mentioned: artificial termination of pregnancy and emotional stress, heredity, prolonged exposure to the sun, breast injuries, thyroid pathology, and smoking. In addition, conditions characterized by an excess of estrogen and a small amount of progesterone play a major role in the occurrence of mastopathy.
The first signs of the disease
These include unexplained nipple discharge, skin discoloration, the presence of lumps, as well as pain of varying intensity and duration. As the disease progresses, the shape and volume of the breast may change. In some cases, there is pain and an increase in axillary lymph nodes.
Pain is the main symptom of pathological changes in the gland. The pain syndrome can spread to the scapula, armpit and hand. As the disease progresses, the pain intensifies.
Discharge from the nipples: their color may be different, sometimes blood may be released.
Change in the shape of the mammary gland: enlargement, as a rule, is not associated with the menstrual cycle. In addition to the change in shape, there is an increased sensitivity of the glands and discomfort in the abdomen.
Treatment of mastopathy should be timely and qualified.
Self-examination
Self-examination is the most important method of prevention, which will help detect pathological changes in the early stages. It should be done once a month. Self-examination takes place in a calm environment in front of a mirror, as a rule, in the first half of the menstrual cycle. For women taking contraceptives, we recommend an examination on the first day after starting a new package of drugs.
When conducting a self-examination, a woman should pay attention to the following points:
- skin condition and color;
- presence of convex and retracted places;
- shape and halo of nipples;
- presence of a vascular pattern, peeling and redness.
If something bothers you, make an appointment with a doctor and get answers to all your questions. Visit our website https://dobrobut.com/ and read the list of services provided by our specialists. In the medical center, you can have a preventive examination followed by a doctor's consultation. In addition, the specialist will tell you how to treat breast mastopathy depending on its type. Contact us - the clinic is open 24/7.
Nodular mastopathy
The disease manifests itself in the form of lipomas, intraductal papillomas and cysts. Depending on the changes, fibrotic, glandular, and fibrocystic mastopathy are distinguished. The main symptoms of the disease are tightness in the chest, which have clear outlines. Nodes can be in one or both glands. Focal mastopathy requires careful diagnosis, as its symptoms are very similar to malignant tumors.
Diffuse mammary gland mastopathy
Relates to the initial form of the disease, which is characterized by the presence of seals of uncertain shape. Unlike nodular mastopathy, pathological changes do not have clear boundaries. Symptoms of diffuse mastopathy depend on the menstrual cycle. Swelling and thickening of the mammary glands, pain syndrome with irradiation in the scapula and axillary region, as well as irritability and sleep disturbances are clinical manifestations of diffuse mastopathy. It should be noted that all symptoms increase in the second phase of the menstrual cycle and significantly decrease with the onset of menstruation.
Treatment of diffuse mastopathy of the mammary gland differs from drug therapy of other types.
Diagnosis and treatment of mastopathy
The main methods of diagnosing diseases of the mammary glands, including dyshormonal mastopathy, are examination, palpation, ultrasound and X-ray. From additional methods, it is possible to appoint a puncture of a pathological neoplasm followed by a biopsy.
The treatment of fibrocystic mastopathy and nodular mastopathy have some differences. Therapy of the diffuse form is most often conservative, which cannot be said about nodular mastopathy. Any treatment is prescribed after a comprehensive examination and is carried out under the supervision of a narrow specialist.
Conservative treatment includes normalization of the hormonal background, treatment of chronic inflammation of the genitals and pelvis, as well as treatment of liver diseases and prevention of breast injuries. Homeopathy will be a good addition to drug therapy, especially when it comes to mastopathy during pregnancy.
Let us remind you that one of the causes of mastopathy is emotional overstrain, which often leads to an imbalance of hormonal cycles. Pay attention to your health now. Prevention is always better than cure. If you have any questions, please contact us.
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