Benign Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Medical Review

Written by: Dr. Von Chiao Wen Doctor of Medicine (MD), N.I. Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University

Reviewed by: Dr. Lee Chin Meng Doctor of Medicine (MD), Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

Overview of Benign Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Benign Fibrocystic Breast Disease is a noncancerous breast condition where there are fibrocystic changes in the breast tissue. These changes in the breast are common among women.

Signs and Symptoms of Benign Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Feeling of lumps in breast, Tenderness, Swelling, Worsening of symptoms like pain and swelling before period

Common Causes of Benign Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Usually happens due to breast tissue response towards hormone produced by ovary

Risk Factors of Benign Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Women age between 35 to 50 years, Hormonal changes, Premenopausal women, Hormone replacement therapy

Investigation Techniques for Benign Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Mammogram, Ultrasound, Breast biopsy

Treatment and Prevention of Benign Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Pain relievers, Hormonal therapy, Surgical excision, Aspiration of cyst

Available Benign Fibrocystic Breast Disease Medicines

No medicines currently available for this condition.