Question 1

is aspirin or ibuprofen better for fibrocystic (breast) pain?  which is safer to take long-term?  should i alternate usage?

Accepted Answer

Try and see.: Neither is intrinsically better and the side effect profile is quite close.  Try each of them at recommended dosage.  Assuming no contraindications you should consider about 650 mg asa 4 times per day or Motrin 600-800 mg 3 times per day.  See which one works best for you.

Question 2

only started to feel fibrocystic breast pain this year. pain and tenderness in both breast outside period window. 1) is it because i am in my reproductive age? 2) better to sleep with or without bra? 3) best sleeping position?

Accepted Answer

: Well just to be sure I think you should do a urine pregnancy test. This can be done at home. As far as sleeping you can I have to try different ideas try with a bra and  without. Wearing or not wearing a bra will not change the swelling but it may feel better one way or the other. Same with position in your body just try to get as comfortable as you can. It’s  likely that it will decrease soon.

Question 3

i'm 38 and somewhat recently i've begun having extremely irregular periods, even 2 (long, heavy) ones a month! the cramping and bloating is excruciating, as is the fibrocystic breast pain. it seems like every month revolves around menstruation--the crampi

Accepted Answer

Common issue: Women tend to have more menstrual dysfunction in their late thirties to early forties due to ovulation not happening as regular.  Also most women with adenomyosis at this age have lots of pain and bleeding.  You might benefit from an endometrial ablation.  I would set up an appointment with your GYN so blood work and ultrasound can be done.

Question 4

have fibrocystic breasts.  have pain in left armpit constantly.  thought i felt a lump.  what is causing pain?

Accepted Answer

See details: It is impossible to answer without being able to examine the area first hand. See a doctor and have the issue evaluated properly.

Question 5

i have thickening in breasts and was told it was prbly fibrocystic, but there's no pain. can you have fibrocystic breasts with no pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Fibrocystic breast tissue is not necessarily painful. Breast tumors are very rare in women your age. That being said, you should see a doctor if you notice further changes. Hope this helps.

Question 6

breast pain for 2 month.  thickening , pain.  mammogram showed sparsely dense fibrocystic breasts.  is mammogram accurate in not showing lump?

Accepted Answer

Mammogram: If your breasts are dense you may need extra attention to be properly evaluated. See your doctor.

Question 7

besides birth control pills, what tx is there for fibrocystic breasts? is prophylactic mastectomy ever used when bc is not effective for breast pain?

Accepted Answer

Lots can help!: Diet has a big impact on fibrocystic breasts: stop caffeine, chocolate, beer and root beer. Eat more fiber to lower excess estrogen. Take borage, or evening primrose oil or black currant oil.Castor oil packs: 3x/week for 1 hour reduces pain. You may need more iodine.

Question 8

can fibrocystic  breast cause rib pain?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It may actually be a form of referred pain.  The pain is actually in your breast, but it feels like the rib.  I am assuming you were diagnosed with this condition by a physician.  It is a good idea to get examined, other breast diseases, such as cancer, may cause pain.

Question 9

what is fibrocystic breasts?

Accepted Answer

Lumpy-Bumpy Breasts: Fibrocystic changes are a spectrum of pathologic findings seen on biopsy.  This has morphed into a clinical term for "lumpy-bumpy" breast tissue and/or dense tissue seen on mammography.  This is not a disease, just a variant of normal.  This requires no treatment, just reassurance.

Question 10

do fibrocystic breasts cause new lumps to form?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The breasts go through changes related to hormone levels, stress and caffeine.  The lumps will come and go. It is important to become familiar with your lumpiness and be able to distinguish your normal lump from something that feels abnormal.  Anything abnormal should be discussed with your doctor.

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Is aspirin or ibuprofen better for fibrocystic (breast) pain? which is safer to take long-term? should i alternate usage?

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Only started to feel fibrocystic breast pain this year. pain and tenderness in both breast outside period window. 1) is it because i am in my reproductive age? 2) better to sleep with or without bra? 3) best sleeping position?

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I'm 38 and somewhat recently i've begun having extremely irregular periods, even 2 (long, heavy) ones a month! the cramping and bloating is excruciating, as is the fibrocystic breast pain. it seems like every month revolves around menstruation--the crampi

A member asked:

Have fibrocystic breasts. have pain in left armpit constantly. thought i felt a lump. what is causing pain?

A member asked:

I have thickening in breasts and was told it was prbly fibrocystic, but there's no pain. can you have fibrocystic breasts with no pain?

A member asked:

Breast pain for 2 month. thickening , pain. mammogram showed sparsely dense fibrocystic breasts. is mammogram accurate in not showing lump?

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Besides birth control pills, what tx is there for fibrocystic breasts? is prophylactic mastectomy ever used when bc is not effective for breast pain?

A member asked:

Can fibrocystic breast cause rib pain?

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What is fibrocystic breasts?

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Do fibrocystic breasts cause new lumps to form?

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