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Changes that happen in our bodies are normal. However it is always best to see a doctor when these changes come with pain and other abnormalities that hamper the things we do every day. When you feel some lumps in your breast don’t panic and think that you have breast cancer right away since your case may not be as complicated as that. Instead of having breast cancer what you may have are fibroid cysts. Read further to find out more information.

It would be a misconception to say that fibroid cyst is a disease since it’s a physical condition that takes place in women from 30-50. It may not be considered as cancerous, but it is the common cause of breast lumps.

Fibroid cysts are considered to be related to breast tissue changes that you undergo in each menstrual period.  During menstruation, the ovaries produce high levels of estrogens and progesterone. This time as a result of hormonal stimulation the breast tissues swell. However, after the menstruation the breast tissues will return to normal. But due to the fact that menstrual cycle happens every month, hormonal stimulation keeps the breast tissue from swelling and going back to their normal sizes which can lead to the formation of cysts or enlarged milk ducts. 

Medical diagnosis of fibroid cysts can be done through mammography, x-ray examination, and biopsy. Mammography is not usually recommended since the breast tissues are dense and it is not that easy to detect the cysts while biopsy is more popular since it has the ability to detect other breast complications. Statistics revealed that there is only a small percentage of cases which can be likened to having breast cancer.

Women who are diagnosed to have fibroid cysts are medically advised not to take in dietary fat and caffeine since this can worsen the condition and may hinder convalescence from happening. It is primarily significant to change the lifestyle by taking recommended foods and getting exercise and proper medications for speedy healing and recovery.