Mild dilatation of mammary gland ducts

Because the breasts are also an important organ in the female reproductive system, when problems occur in other reproductive organs, problems may also occur in the breasts. The most common problem on women's breasts is breast hyperplasia. Female friends must pay attention to the situation of breast hyperplasia. The consequences of breast hyperplasia are different for every woman. Some women have slight dilation of breast hyperplasia ducts. Is this a serious problem?

Three main causes of mild mammary duct dilatation

1. Ductal drainage disorder. The accumulation of secretions in the ducts; congenital nipple deformity, depression, unclean or foreign hair and fibers; the decline of ovarian function and degenerative changes of mammary ducts in middle-aged and elderly women, etc., can all block the nipple holes and cause mild dilation of the mammary ducts.

2. Abnormal hormone stimulation. The reason why the ductal epithelium produces abnormal secretions is because of the stimulation of abnormal sex hormones, which causes the mammary ducts to dilate slightly. If the duct is obstructed but there is no abnormal hormonal stimulation to promote epithelial secretion, duct dilatation is unlikely to occur.

3. Infection. Mild dilatation of the mammary ducts is associated with anaerobic infection or areola infection. In addition to stimulating duct dilation, the secretions in the mammary ducts may also overflow from the ducts, eventually causing an inflammatory reaction around the ducts characterized by plasma cell infiltration, so we also call it plasma cell mastitis.

Women with mild mammary duct dilatation should have regular breast examinations to detect any abnormalities and treat them as soon as possible; they should pay attention to personal hygiene, keep the nipple and areola area clean, help clear secretions appropriately, and avoid wearing tight tops and bras; they should exercise regularly, strengthen their physical fitness, improve their immunity, pay attention to the combination of work and rest, and eat more fresh fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins. The course of mild mammary duct dilatation is long, and the longest can last more than ten years. Despite this, we must actively cooperate with treatment for our own health and not relax for a single day, so that there is a possibility of cure.