fibroadenoma

Hi,i was diagnosed with fibroadenoma through a biopsy in oct 2010  and drs said i can leave the rest it will dissolve by itself but my mind is always stuck there and i feel nervous that it would change into cancer ,But i dont have family history or anything does any home remedies work or should i try any medicine or will it go by itself or any herbs please help i still have 3 in left breast and two in right breast they are very small but it sometimes hurts as I work as a hair dresser and my hands are always tired and bothers me.please advice.Thanks

[zouzi]

Hi,
Fortunately, having been diagnosed with one or several fibroadenomas does not increase the risk of developing breast cancer because they are harmless tumors.
The swelling may also increase in size during the menstrual cycle because of hormonal changes taking place in the body.
Most fibroadenomas lumps are usually painless,but in some women they become tender before the menstrual period.Try to cut down of fatty food and limit your caffeine intake(Chocolate,coffee,cola) as these food can increase the estrogen in your body,thus causing the pain.
Evening primrose oil and Vitamin E may help to relieve the discomforts,but before taking this vitamin,please talk to your doctor first, to prescribe the right dosage or in case it's not suitable for you.
I hope you'll feel better soon.
Take care...

[arshk]

Hi,Zouzi

Thank a lot for responding me so quickly,I have cut down caffine and choclate but i have few in both breast, bcoz Im a hair stylist i work with both hands i feel more pain I started taking evening primrose oil pills but thanks for referring me to Vitamin E too,I am doing some home remedies too, hopefully will work.but just worried about turning into anything bad,But tell me one thing once i start all this when and how long after i will see improvement in there and i just dont want any new ones to grow.Thanks

[zouzi]

Hi again,
Some women find relief from pain a month or two after eliminating caffeine and fat from their diet while some others take longer.
Here is a list with some more suggestions to help lessen the pain in your breasts:
          
Trying hot or cold compresses.
Wearing a supportive bra that's been fitted by a professional.
Wearing a sports bra during exercise, but also wearing it to sleep, especially during times when your breasts are especially painful.
Trying relaxation therapy. Severe breast pain may be associated with high levels of anxiety and may improve with relaxation therapy.
Decreasing the fat in your diet. Studies show that decreasing the fat in your diet to less than 20 percent of total daily calories can improve breast pain, perhaps by altering the fatty acid balance.
Simple pain relievers (analgesics), such as acetaminophen and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, may be effective in alleviating breast pain.
Also your doctor can prescribe effective medication to control this pain problem and at the same time remember to ask about the Vitamin E. okay?.
I hope  that you'll feel better soon.
Best wishes...

[arshk]

Hi,Zouzi

Just spoke to my Dr she said any Vitamin E is fine she said they dont care about dosage which sounded unusual and said ck with your breast surgeon and said come back for US in a year so is this normal procedure or anything im doing different.What dosage should i take for Vitamin E and Im also ytaking flax seed pills is it ok or what do you reccomend.Please help me.Thanks.

[zouzi]

Usually women who have breast pain( fibrocystic breast conditions) are recommended to take Vitamin E, in doses ranging from 400 IU to 600 IU per day.Other vitamin suggestions include Vitamin B6, a B complex, and magnesium.But I would,if I were you,check with the breast surgeon before taking any supplements,including the Flax seed pills.
Since I am not a medical professionals I cannot advise you to take any supplements before consulting with your doctor first.
When you are diagnosed with benign fibroadenoma tumors,a follow up after one year is not unusual.
Do your SBE ( self breast exam)every month one week or so after the start of your menstrual cycle and if you notice any new lump or that the lumps you actually have, have enlarged or the pain becomes excessive,you should call your surgeon and not wait one year for a recheck.
If these lumps causes you so much pain,I would suggest to you to talk to your surgeon and see if removing them would be an option.
Take care..