Compaction in the mammary gland, regardless of size and pain, is a serious reason for visiting a doctor. The earlier the compaction is found and the diagnosis is carried out, the more effective the treatment will be. Exceptions are breast enlargement during breastfeeding, which often occur due to mistakes during breastfeeding. For certain symptoms and the nature of the seals, it can be determined whether the compaction is a consequence of the disease.
Diseases accompanied by compaction in the mammary gland
Mastopathy is the most common disease that is characterized by the proliferation of breast tissue. The appearance of numerous painful seals in the mammary gland associated with the menstrual cycle is characteristic of diffuse mastopathy. With nodal mastopathy, single seals are not associated with the menstrual cycle, are not probed in the prone position and are not soldered to the skin or nipple.
Cyst is a seal filled with fluid that is felt when palpating. If the compaction in the chest hurts and becomes dense, then it is necessary to remove fluid from the cyst.
Fibroadenoma is a benign tumor, distinguish leaf-shaped and nodal forms of the disease. The leaf form tends to increase rapidly and is accompanied by the appearance of a bluish skin tone on the affected area. The nodular form is characterized by clear rounded contours of densification, painless and mobile.
Breast cancer is accompanied by proliferation of the epithelium of the milk ducts. There is a nodal and diffuse form of cancer. Sealing in the nodal form does not have clear contours, dense, accompanied by a change in the skin, possibly drawing or tightening the breast nipple. In the diffuse form, the tumor is painless, grows rapidly and gives metastases. The skin of the breast also changes, swelling and redness can be observed. In old age, widespread mastitis-like cancer, which gives grounds for a thorough examination for mastitis.
Such diseases as thoraco-epigastric thrombophlebitis, lipogranuloma, fibroadenolipoma are also accompanied by a change in breast tissue and the formation of seals. To prevent the development of the disease, it is recommended to conduct monthly self-preventative examinations with the help of palpation of the chest in a standing and lying position. If any changes, soreness, tightness in the chest or under the chest are detected, the mammologist should be contacted immediately for diagnosis. With the help of ultrasound, mammography, if necessary, puncture and biopsy will be diagnosed and prescribed treatment.
Compaction in the mammary gland with breastfeeding
In the editorial offices of medical journals, very often come the anxious letters of young mothers: "Help, breastfeed, and there was a tightening", "There was a tightness in the chest, what to do?", "I breast-feed, found a seal, can I continue to breast-feed the baby?". Most often, the fears are unfounded, and the most common cause of the appearance of densification in the mammary gland during feeding is the improper application of the baby to the breast. This may be indicated by the deformation of the nipples after feeding, the appearance of cracks, pain and a feeling of discomfort. When feeding the nipple should be located deep, so as not to squeeze the ducts. Breast after feeding should remain soft and painless, the nipple slightly stretches. When feeding improperly, it is characteristic when the compaction hurts in the right or left breast, alternately. Since the baby is applied first to the sick chest, the second breast can be full after feeding, which leads to stagnation of milk. Therefore, it is important that, after feeding, both breasts are as emptied as possible.
When blocking the milk ducts, painful seals appear in the mammary gland. In such cases, it is also necessary to pay attention to how correctly the child grasps the breast. Blockage of ducts can cause inflammation.
The consolidation in the mammary gland during feeding can be a consequence of the expansion of the ducts. This occurs in cases when milk is produced more than can be accommodated in the duct, which causes the duct to stretch, causing painful sensations. In such situations, it is necessary to put the child firstly to the painful breast, while squeezing the seal.
With proper feeding, there should be no seals in the mammary gland. If milk congestion or blockage of ducts is observed, it is necessary to consult a breastfeeding consultant in order to avoid possible errors in feeding. In cases where the compaction is not associated with stagnation of milk, the general condition of the organism worsens, it is necessary to consult a doctor.
Timely treatment of compaction in the chest is necessary to prevent the development of disease and damage to healthy tissues. Regular compliance with the rules of breast care and systematic examination, both independent and medical, will preserve the health and beauty of the breast.