How big should a breast nodule be before surgery is required?

Breast mass is a symptom that is common in breast hyperplasia (which can cause breast cysts) and breast tumors, including benign breast tumors (such as breast fibroids, myeloma, etc.) and malignant breast tumors (breast cancer). The cause of breast lumps is still unknown and is related to a variety of genetic and environmental factors. At present, the possible causes of breast lumps include endocrine hormones, genetic mutations and environmental influences. Let’s take a look at how many breast nodules should be removed before surgery?

How many breast nodules should be treated before surgery?

Experts suggest that for the treatment of breast nodules, not all breast lumps need to be removed surgically. Regarding how many breast lumps require surgical treatment, experts say that the probability of breast lump patients' condition worsening is less than 1%, and as long as the treatment is appropriate, it will not pose a threat to life. However, if the breast lump is left alone, it will grow larger over time, which will not only affect the health of the breast, but will also directly affect physical and mental health. It is not good to not take effective treatment measures. Of course, it is not a disease. All breast lumps require surgical treatment. If the lump is not very large, less than 5 cm, and does not affect the quality of life, conservative treatment with Chinese medicine can be used. Chinese medicinal materials can dissolve stagnation, promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, ultimately achieving the purpose of eliminating tumors.

What are the classifications of breast nodules?

1. Breast lumps caused by breast hyperplasia

Multiple, unilateral or bilateral, mostly in the upper part of the outside. The size and material often change regularly with the menstrual period. The lump becomes larger and the material is harder before the menstrual period. After the menarche, the lump becomes smaller and the texture becomes looser. During the examination, the breast mass should be touched. It is irregular in size, has unclear boundaries with surrounding tissues, is often tender, has no adhesion to the skin and superficial tissues, and can be moved. Breast pain is common in one or both breasts, with swelling or tenderness. The duration of illness varies, and most patients have symptoms of regular pain, which occurs or worsens before menstruation and eases or disappears after menarche.

2. Breast lumps caused by breast tumors

Benign tumors can metastasize or be multiple, and are more common in women of childbearing age. Palpation generally shows that the lumps are firm, with clear boundaries and good mobility. Malignant tumors usually metastasize and are more common in middle-aged and elderly women. Palpation generally shows that the lumps are hard, with unclear boundaries and poor mobility.