Question 1

why do i have fibrocystic breast change at 56?

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Not abnormal: The term fibrocystic changes is a general if not slightly over used term.
The dr was probably describing  dense breast tissue on mammogram.
Breast tissue density tends to diminish in most women as they age and pass through menopause. Some women maintain dense breast tissue through out there life. It does not have specific connotations. Just a range of normal. Estrogens can increase this.

Question 2

how is a fibrocystic breast condition diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Fibrocystic changes: Are frequently seen on breast ultrasound.

Question 3

are fibrocystic breast suppose to hurt all the time?

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No: Persistent pain is not normal. Consult the site below and discuss the matter with your doctor.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fibrocystic-breasts/ds01070.

Question 4

do you have fibrocystic breast condition or disease?

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Common problem: Fibrocystic disease/changes is very common in women.  This is most often seen during the menstrual cycle.  Breast feel lumpy and painful which is caused by cyst formation (fluid filled areas) due to hormonal changes.  Some women may have these changes without being on their menstrual cycle.  Caffeine may cuase the cysts to be overactive resulting in pain. This is not related to cancer.
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Question 5

can you please describe common things i should know about fibrocystic breast change?

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It is a benign: Disorder. Please consult this site for info.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000912.htm.

Question 6

fibrocystic breast conditioncan anyone please translate what causes it in normal non doctoral explaination, what to do?

Accepted Answer

It is benign conditi: Fibrocystic condition of the breast is caused by the cyclical hormone changes with each monthly period among younger women. Sometimes it causes significant pain, but most times it is silent. It is a benign condition that is why it is no longer called fibrocystic disease(an older term, no longer used). You do not need to do anything about it unless it is causing you any botheration/symptoms.

Question 7

can fibrocystic breast changes be unilateral?

Accepted Answer

Beginning stages: If a mammogram shows unilateral fibrocystic breast changes, this may be the beginning of the disease and down the road will become visible in the contralateral breast as well.

Question 8

what are the causes of fibrocystic breast changes?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Some women  have more sensitive breast than others and this may be due to hormones or breast composition.

Question 9

can you tell me what fibrocystic breast changes are?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Also called "lumpy bumpy" breasts, it is not a disease. It actually gives your breasts their internal structure an after menopause a lot of that architecture is lost and what leads to breasts "falling." in the mean time, right before your period your breasts are more lumpy bumpy and tender. Right afterwards they are less so as fibrocystic areas of the breasts are sensitive to your own hormones.

Question 10

how are fibrocystic breast changes typically treated?

Accepted Answer

Usually no treatment: If symptomatic decrease salty foods and caffeine.  If this does not help then a mild diuretic or danazole may help.

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