Torbiele piersi
Objawy

Torbiele piersi to łagodne, wypełnione płynem struktury, które występują u około 7% kobiet i są jedną z najczęstszych przyczyn wyczuwalnych guzków w piersiach, szczególnie u kobiet w wieku 35-50 lat przed menopauzą. Torbiele mogą mieć różną wielkość – od mikrotorbieli niewyczuwalnych palpacyjnie, do makrotorbieli o średnicy 2,5-5 cm, które są łatwo wyczuwalne i mogą powodować ból lub tkliwość. Charakterystyczne jest ich cykliczne powiększanie i nasilenie dolegliwości przed miesiączką, z regresją po jej rozpoczęciu, co jest związane z wahaniami hormonalnymi. Wydzielina z brodawki sutkowej może występować, zwykle bez krwi, a duże torbiele mogą powodować zmiany kształtu piersi. Większość torbieli (około 70%) ulega samoistnej regresji, jednak niektóre mogą się utrzymywać lub nawracać, zwłaszcza pod wpływem hormonalnej terapii zastępczej po menopauzie.

Definicja i charakterystyka torbieli piersi

Torbiele piersi to wypełnione płynem worki, które tworzą się w tkance piersiowej. Są one jedną z najczęstszych przyczyn guzków w piersiach, dotykając około 7% kobiet w ciągu ich życia.1 Torbiele są zazwyczaj łagodne (niezłośliwe) i mogą występować pojedynczo lub mnogie, w jednej lub obu piersiach.2 Pod względem kształtu są zwykle okrągłe lub owalne, o gładkich, wyraźnych brzegach i mogą rozwijać się szybko w dowolnym miejscu piersi.3

Torbiele piersi mogą występować u kobiet w każdym wieku, jednak najczęściej pojawiają się u kobiet przed menopauzą, szczególnie w wieku 35-50 lat.45 Rzadko występują u kobiet po menopauzie, chyba że stosują one hormonalną terapię zastępczą.6 Szacuje się, że torbiele mogą być obecne nawet u 50% kobiet, które zgłaszają się do poradni leczenia chorób piersi.7

Objawy torbieli piersi

Objawy torbieli piersi mogą się znacznie różnić między kobietami. Niektóre torbiele są bezobjawowe i wykrywane przypadkowo podczas badań obrazowych, podczas gdy inne mogą powodować dyskomfort i ból.8

Wyczuwalny guzek

Najbardziej zauważalnym objawem torbieli piersi jest często obecność wyczuwalnego guzka w piersi. Torbiele piersi są zwykle gładkie, okrągłe lub owalne i mogą się z łatwością przemieszczać pod skórą gdy się je dotyka.9 Mogą mieć różną konsystencję – torbiele znajdujące się bliżej powierzchni skóry często przypominają w dotyku miękki winogrono lub wypełniony wodą balon. Torbiele położone głębiej w tkance piersiowej mogą być odczuwane jako twardsze guzki z powodu pokrywającej je tkanki.10

Torbiele mogą mieć różne rozmiary, od kilku milimetrów do kilku centymetrów średnicy. Mikrotorbiele są zbyt małe, aby były wyczuwalne podczas badania, podczas gdy większe (makrotorbiele) mogą osiągać 1-2 cale (2,5-5 cm) i są łatwo wyczuwalne.11

Ból i tkliwość

Torbiele piersi mogą powodować ból lub tkliwość w okolicy guzka.12 Dolegliwości te mogą być zlokalizowane w konkretnym obszarze piersi lub obejmować większy region. Intensywność bólu może się wahać od łagodnego dyskomfortu do ostrego bólu, szczególnie gdy torbiele są duże i uciskają na otaczające tkanki.1314

Nie wszystkie torbiele powodują ból. Niektóre mogą być całkowicie bezobjawowe, a obecność torbieli może zostać wykryta dopiero podczas rutynowej mammografii lub badania piersi.15

Zmiany związane z cyklem miesiączkowym

Jedną z charakterystycznych cech torbieli piersi jest ich tendencja do zmian w odpowiedzi na cykl miesiączkowy. Jest to spowodowane wahaniami poziomów hormonów w organizmie kobiety.16 Typowy wzorzec obejmuje:

  • Zwiększenie rozmiaru torbieli i nasilenie tkliwości/bólu piersi tuż przed miesiączką17
  • Zmniejszenie rozmiaru torbieli i złagodzenie innych objawów po rozpoczęciu miesiączki18

Te cykliczne zmiany są związane z naturalnymi wahaniami poziomów hormonów, które wpływają na tkankę piersiową.19 Przed miesiączką torbiele mogą stać się większe, bardziej napięte i bolesne, a następnie maleją i stają się mniej bolesne po rozpoczęciu miesiączki.20

Wydzielina z brodawki sutkowej

W niektórych przypadkach torbiele piersi mogą powodować wydzielinę z brodawki sutkowej. Wydzielina ta może być przezroczysta, żółta, słomkowa lub ciemnobrązowa.21 Zazwyczaj nie zawiera krwi i może się pojawiać bez uciskania czy wyciskania piersi.22

Zmiany w wyglądzie piersi

Duże torbiele mogą czasami powodować zmiany w kształcie lub rozmiarze piersi. Pierś może wydawać się bardziej spiczasta, nierówna lub lekko opadająca. Zmiany te mogą być bardziej zauważalne u kobiet z mniejszymi piersiami.23

Progresja torbieli piersi

Przebieg torbieli piersi może być różny u różnych kobiet i nawet u tej samej kobiety w różnych okresach jej życia. Zrozumienie typowej progresji torbieli może pomóc w lepszym zarządzaniu tym stanem.

Naturalny przebieg

Większość torbieli piersi (około 70%) zanika samoistnie bez potrzeby leczenia.24 Z czasem płyn w torbieli może zostać wchłonięty z powrotem do organizmu, szczególnie jeśli jego objętość jest niewielka.25 Niektóre torbiele mogą się jednak utrzymywać przez dłuższy czas lub nawracać.

Torbiele mogą również zmieniać swój rozmiar w czasie. Większość torbieli rozwija się szybko, a następnie pozostaje tej samej wielkości. Niewielka liczba może się kurczyć lub nadal rosnąć.26 W niektórych przypadkach torbiele mogą rozwijać się szybko, wywierając ucisk na otaczające tkanki i powodując dyskomfort.27

Czynniki wpływające na progresję

Rozwój i przebieg torbieli piersi są często związane z hormonami odpowiedzialnymi za cykl miesiączkowy.28 Czynniki, które mogą wpływać na progresję torbieli, obejmują:

  • Wahania hormonalne związane z cyklem miesiączkowym29
  • Hormonalną terapię zastępczą po menopauzie30
  • Wiek (torbiele często zanikają po menopauzie, gdy poziomy hormonów spadają)31

Torbiele nawracające

Nawet po skutecznym leczeniu torbiele mogą czasami nawracać. Torbiele, które zostały opróżnione, mogą ponownie napełnić się płynem, lub mogą rozwinąć się nowe torbiele w sąsiedniej tkance piersiowej.3233

Torbiele nawracające po aspiracji zazwyczaj potrzebują kilku miesięcy, aby ponownie się wypełnić. Torbiel, która powraca w ciągu kilku tygodni, może wymagać dokładniejszych badań.34

Torbiele a rak piersi

Proste torbiele piersi są łagodne (niezłośliwe) i nie zwiększają ryzyka rozwoju raka piersi.3536 Posiadanie torbieli w piersiach nie jest powodem do niepokoju odnośnie raka piersi.

Należy jednak pamiętać, że obecność torbieli może utrudniać wykrycie nowych guzków lub innych zmian, które mogłyby wymagać oceny lekarskiej.37 Z tego powodu ważne jest, aby regularnie badać swoje piersi i znać ich normalny wygląd i odczucia w różnych fazach cyklu miesiączkowego.

W rzadkich przypadkach tzw. złożone torbiele (complex cysts), które zawierają zarówno płyn, jak i elementy stałe, mogą wymagać dalszej diagnostyki, aby wykluczyć nowotwór złośliwy.3839

Kiedy skonsultować się z lekarzem

Chociaż torbiele piersi są zwykle łagodne, ważne jest skonsultowanie się z lekarzem w następujących sytuacjach:40

  • Gdy wykryjesz nowy guzek w piersi41
  • Gdy masz silny lub narastający ból piersi42
  • Gdy zauważasz zmiany w rozmiarze lub kształcie piersi43
  • Gdy pojawia się wydzielina z brodawki sutkowej44
  • Gdy guzek pozostaje niezmieniony niezależnie od cyklu miesiączkowego45
  • Gdy torbiel utrzymuje się przez 2-3 cykle miesiączkowe i powiększa się46

Wczesna diagnostyka jest kluczowa dla właściwego postępowania i zapewnienia zdrowia piersi. Lekarz może przeprowadzić badanie fizykalne, zlecić badania obrazowe (ultrasonografię lub mammografię) oraz w razie potrzeby wykonać biopsję cienkoigłową w celu potwierdzenia diagnozy.47

Podsumowanie

Torbiele piersi są powszechnym łagodnym schorzeniem, które dotyka wielu kobiet, szczególnie przed menopauzą. Charakteryzują się obecnością wypełnionych płynem worków w tkance piersiowej, które mogą powodować ból, tkliwość i wyczuwalne guzki. Typową cechą torbieli jest ich tendencja do zmiany rozmiaru i nasilenia objawów w zależności od fazy cyklu miesiączkowego, z pogorszeniem przed miesiączką i poprawą po jej rozpoczęciu.

Większość torbieli piersi nie wymaga leczenia i może ustąpić samoistnie. Jednak w przypadku dużych, bolesnych torbieli lekarz może zalecić aspiracja-cienkoiglowa/” title=”aspiracja cienkoigłowa” class=”to-tag” data-termid=”50564″>aspirację cienkoigłową w celu odciągnięcia płynu i zmniejszenia dyskomfortu. Ważne jest, aby pamiętać, że torbiele piersi nie zwiększają ryzyka rozwoju raka piersi, choć mogą utrudniać wykrycie innych zmian w piersiach.

Regularne samobadanie piersi i znajomość ich normalnego wyglądu i odczuć w różnych fazach cyklu miesiączkowego są kluczowe dla wczesnego wykrycia wszelkich niepokojących zmian. W przypadku wykrycia nowego guzka lub innych niepokojących objawów, zawsze należy skonsultować się z lekarzem w celu właściwej diagnozy i leczenia.

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    Cysts are one of the most common types of noncancerous breast lumps. Experts estimate that up to 7% of women will develop a breast cyst at some point during their lifetime, usually before menopause. […] Breast cysts are round or oval lumps with smooth edges. Many are too small to cause noticeable symptoms (microcysts). A breast cyst located close to the surface of the skin may feel like a blister. A large breast cyst may feel like a grape or water balloon that easily moves under the skin when pushed or pressed. Other symptoms can include: Unusual nipple discharge that may be clear, straw-colored or dark brown, Breast pain or tenderness that intensifies just before a menstrual period and improves afterward, A breast lump that grows in size just before a menstrual period and shrinks afterward.
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    Breast cysts are a very common benign (not cancer) breast condition. They can occur at any age but most often affect women over 35. Most breast cysts do not need to be treated. A breast cyst can feel like a soft or hard lump in the breast. Cysts are typically oval or round and can develop quickly anywhere in the breast. They can be any size, ranging from a few millimetres to several centimetres. Some cysts are too small to feel, while others are large enough to feel uncomfortable. Some cysts may be painful. Its common to have more than 1 cyst, and clusters of cysts can form in 1 or both breasts. Before a period, cysts may become larger and feel sore or tender as hormone levels change. They may then settle when the period has finished. Many people who have cysts dont feel them at all. […] Having a breast cyst does not increase your risk of breast cancer.
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    A breast cyst is a cyst, a fluid-filled sac, within the breast. One breast can have one or more cysts. They are often described as round or oval lumps with distinct edges. In texture, a breast cyst usually feels like a soft grape or a water-filled balloon, but sometimes a breast cyst feels firm. […] Breast cysts can be painful and may be worrisome but are generally benign. They are most common in pre-menopausal women in their 30s or 40s. They usually disappear after menopause, but may persist or reappear when using hormone therapy. […] The pain and swelling is usually worse in the second half of the menstrual cycle or during pregnancy. […] Signs and symptoms of breast cysts include: A smooth, easily movable round or oval breast lump with distinct edges, Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the lump, Increased lump size and tenderness just before menstruation, Decreased lump size and resolution of other signs and symptoms after menstruation.
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    Many women will experience a breast cyst at some point in their lives. Though they tend to be more common among women between the ages of 30 and 50, breast cysts can develop at any age. […] Breast cysts usually happen due to the normal hormonal fluctuations that take place in a womans body during her menstrual cycle. Thats why theyre most common among women who are still of child-bearing age. Only a small proportion of breast cysts occurs in post-menopausal women. […] Breast cysts, on the other hand, if they develop quickly, often compress the tissue around them and can cause pain. So, while some breast cysts may be painless, they tend to appear as a lump that hurts. […] The vast majority of breast cysts about 70% will go away on their own. So, unless theyre causing severe pain, we usually just leave them alone, after confirming the diagnosis of a simple breast cyst. A lot of women will always have breast cysts, but wont necessarily have any symptoms related to them. […] Simple cysts are not associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. […] A lot of women come in scared, thinking the fact that theyve developed a breast cyst makes them more likely to develop breast cancer later on. But thats not true.
  • #5 Breast cysts | Breast Cancer Now
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    Breast cysts are a very common benign (not cancer) breast condition. They can occur at any age but most often affect women over 35. Most breast cysts do not need to be treated. A breast cyst can feel like a soft or hard lump in the breast. Cysts are typically oval or round and can develop quickly anywhere in the breast. They can be any size, ranging from a few millimetres to several centimetres. Some cysts are too small to feel, while others are large enough to feel uncomfortable. Some cysts may be painful. Its common to have more than 1 cyst, and clusters of cysts can form in 1 or both breasts. Before a period, cysts may become larger and feel sore or tender as hormone levels change. They may then settle when the period has finished. Many people who have cysts dont feel them at all. […] Having a breast cyst does not increase your risk of breast cancer.
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    A breast cyst is a cyst, a fluid-filled sac, within the breast. One breast can have one or more cysts. They are often described as round or oval lumps with distinct edges. In texture, a breast cyst usually feels like a soft grape or a water-filled balloon, but sometimes a breast cyst feels firm. […] Breast cysts can be painful and may be worrisome but are generally benign. They are most common in pre-menopausal women in their 30s or 40s. They usually disappear after menopause, but may persist or reappear when using hormone therapy. […] The pain and swelling is usually worse in the second half of the menstrual cycle or during pregnancy. […] Signs and symptoms of breast cysts include: A smooth, easily movable round or oval breast lump with distinct edges, Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the lump, Increased lump size and tenderness just before menstruation, Decreased lump size and resolution of other signs and symptoms after menstruation.
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    A breast cyst is a localised collection of fluid in the breast. Fluid is constantly being produced and reabsorbed in the milk ducts in the breast. When a duct becomes blocked, or the amount of fluid produced is greater than the amount absorbed, fluid accumulates which causes cysts. Cysts can be single or multiple. They can come and go, and vary in size during the menstrual cycle. […] Breast cysts are very common. Studies have reported cysts in up to 50% of women who attend breast clinics. Cysts can develop in women of any age. They are most common in the 3050 year age group. They usually disappear after menopause, but in some women they can last throughout life. Cysts are more common in post-menopausal women who take hormone replacement therapy than in post-menopausal women who do not. […] Most breast cysts are tiny (only a few millimetres in diameter) and they cause no symptoms.
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    Breast cysts may be found in one or both breasts. Signs and symptoms of a breast cyst include: […] A smooth, easily movable round or oval lump that may have smooth edges which typically, though not always, indicates it’s benign […] Nipple discharge that may be clear, yellow, straw colored or dark brown […] Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the breast lump […] An increase in breast lump size and breast tenderness just before your period […] A decrease in breast lump size and resolution of other symptoms after your period. […] Having breast cysts doesn’t increase your risk of breast cancer. But having cysts may make it harder to find new breast lumps or other changes that might need evaluation by your doctor. Your breasts may feel lumpy and painful when you’re menstruating, so it’s important to be familiar with how your breasts feel throughout your menstrual cycle so that you’ll know if something changes.
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    A breast cyst is a fluid-filled sac that grows within the breast tissue. A breast cyst that forms on the surface of the breast may feel like a grape and be soft in texture. A cyst that forms deeper within the breast may feel like a hardened lump because it is covered by tissue. […] Breast cysts are most common in premenopausal women ages 35 to 50. A breast cyst may be diagnosed through ultrasound, and treatment is generally not required unless the cyst causes pain or discomfort. In that case, a healthcare professional may recommend draining the cyst with a needle and syringe.
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    https://www.beaumont.org/services/womens-services/breast-care-services/breast-fibroids-cysts-and-calcifications
    Breast cysts are fluid-filled sacs that are found in breast tissue. They differ from most breast lumps in that they arent solid. They can vary in size, and they are usually not cancerous. Women with breast cysts may have only one or a few cysts, and others may have many. Breast cysts may occur in only one breast or in both breasts. Cysts are usually round or oval, and they tend to have smooth and obvious edges like a pea or a grape. While most cysts feel pliable, some are firm. […] Breast cysts arent always painful, but they can cause pain and discomfort. If a breast cyst isnt causing any pain, you probably wont need treatment. But if you are uncomfortable, your doctor may drain fluid from your cysts (or cysts) to help ease the symptoms. […] The signs and symptoms of breast cysts vary from person to person, but they may include: a lump in the breast tissue that is usually round or oval and has distinct, smooth edges, nipple discharge that can be clear, yellow, gold, or brown, breast pain or tenderness around the cyst(s), increase in the size of the cyst(s) just before the beginning of your period and a decrease in size (and any related discomfort) after your period.
  • #14 Demystifying Breast Cyst Pain | Dr. Jay Anam
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    Breast cysts are sacs filled with fluid that develop within breast tissues. Theyre typically benign, meaning they are not cancerous. These cysts can feel like small round lumps under your skin, similar to grapes or miniature water-filled balloons. […] The pain associated with breast cysts varies widely among women. Some may experience sharp, distinct pain, while others might report a more vague ache. This discomfort often fluctuates in intensity during the menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes. […] The pain can be either localized to a specific area of the breast or spread over a larger region. Its important to note that not every breast cyst causes noticeable discomfort some are only detected during routine mammograms or physical examinations. […] Though breast cysts are generally harmless, certain symptoms should trigger immediate medical attention. These include severe breast pain, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge, or a lump that remains consistent irrespective of your menstrual cycle.
  • #15 Breast Cysts – Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments | Medanta
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    Breast cysts can cause a variety of symptoms that may vary in severity and duration. The following are some of the most common symptoms of breast cysts: […] Breast cysts can cause pain or tenderness in the affected breast. The pain may be mild or severe and may be present all the time or only during certain times of the menstrual cycle. […] Breast cysts may cause changes in the shape or size of the breast. The breast may appear more pointed or uneven, or may droop slightly. Changes in breast size or shape can be more noticeable in women with smaller breasts. […] Not all breast cysts cause symptoms. In fact, many breast cysts are found incidentally during a routine mammogram or breast exam. However, if you notice any changes in your breasts, including the presence of a new lump or changes in the appearance of your breasts, then immediately contact your healthcare provider for evaluation.
  • #16 Breast cysts and breast cancer: How can you tell the difference? | MD Anderson Cancer Center
    https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/breast-cysts-and-breast-cancer–how-can-you-tell-the-difference.h00-159542901.html
    Many women will experience a breast cyst at some point in their lives. Though they tend to be more common among women between the ages of 30 and 50, breast cysts can develop at any age. […] Breast cysts usually happen due to the normal hormonal fluctuations that take place in a womans body during her menstrual cycle. Thats why theyre most common among women who are still of child-bearing age. Only a small proportion of breast cysts occurs in post-menopausal women. […] Breast cysts, on the other hand, if they develop quickly, often compress the tissue around them and can cause pain. So, while some breast cysts may be painless, they tend to appear as a lump that hurts. […] The vast majority of breast cysts about 70% will go away on their own. So, unless theyre causing severe pain, we usually just leave them alone, after confirming the diagnosis of a simple breast cyst. A lot of women will always have breast cysts, but wont necessarily have any symptoms related to them. […] Simple cysts are not associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. […] A lot of women come in scared, thinking the fact that theyve developed a breast cyst makes them more likely to develop breast cancer later on. But thats not true.
  • #17 Breast cysts – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/breast-cysts/symptoms-causes/syc-20370284
    Breast cysts may be found in one or both breasts. Signs and symptoms of a breast cyst include: […] A smooth, easily movable round or oval lump that may have smooth edges which typically, though not always, indicates it’s benign […] Nipple discharge that may be clear, yellow, straw colored or dark brown […] Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the breast lump […] An increase in breast lump size and breast tenderness just before your period […] A decrease in breast lump size and resolution of other symptoms after your period. […] Having breast cysts doesn’t increase your risk of breast cancer. But having cysts may make it harder to find new breast lumps or other changes that might need evaluation by your doctor. Your breasts may feel lumpy and painful when you’re menstruating, so it’s important to be familiar with how your breasts feel throughout your menstrual cycle so that you’ll know if something changes.
  • #18 Breast cyst – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breast_cyst
    A breast cyst is a cyst, a fluid-filled sac, within the breast. One breast can have one or more cysts. They are often described as round or oval lumps with distinct edges. In texture, a breast cyst usually feels like a soft grape or a water-filled balloon, but sometimes a breast cyst feels firm. […] Breast cysts can be painful and may be worrisome but are generally benign. They are most common in pre-menopausal women in their 30s or 40s. They usually disappear after menopause, but may persist or reappear when using hormone therapy. […] The pain and swelling is usually worse in the second half of the menstrual cycle or during pregnancy. […] Signs and symptoms of breast cysts include: A smooth, easily movable round or oval breast lump with distinct edges, Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the lump, Increased lump size and tenderness just before menstruation, Decreased lump size and resolution of other signs and symptoms after menstruation.
  • #19 Fibrocystic breasts – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/fibrocystic-breasts/symptoms-causes/syc-20350438
    Fibrocystic breast changes lead to the development of fluid-filled round or oval sacs, called cysts. The cysts can make breasts feel tender, lumpy or ropy. They feel distinct from other breast tissue. […] Fibrocystic breast changes don’t always cause symptoms. Some people experience breast pain, tenderness and lumpiness especially in the upper, outer area of the breasts. Breast symptoms tend to be most bothersome just before menstruation and get better afterward. Simple self-care measures can usually relieve discomfort associated with fibrocystic breasts. […] Signs and symptoms of fibrocystic breasts may include: Breast lumps or areas of thickening that tend to blend into the surrounding breast tissue, Generalized breast pain or tenderness or discomfort that involves the upper outer part of the breast, Breast nodules or lumpy tissue change in size with the menstrual cycle, Green or dark brown nonbloody nipple discharge that tends to leak without pressure or squeezing, Breast changes that are similar in both breasts, Monthly increase in breast pain or lumpiness from midcycle (ovulation) to just before your period and then gets better once your period starts. […] Fluctuating hormone levels during the menstrual cycle can cause breast discomfort and areas of lumpy breast tissue that feel tender, sore and swollen. Fibrocystic breast changes tend to be more bothersome before your menstrual period and ease up after your period begins.
  • #20 Breast cysts | Breast Cancer Now
    https://breastcancernow.org/about-breast-cancer/breast-lumps-and-benign-not-cancer-breast-conditions/breast-cysts/
    Breast cysts are a very common benign (not cancer) breast condition. They can occur at any age but most often affect women over 35. Most breast cysts do not need to be treated. A breast cyst can feel like a soft or hard lump in the breast. Cysts are typically oval or round and can develop quickly anywhere in the breast. They can be any size, ranging from a few millimetres to several centimetres. Some cysts are too small to feel, while others are large enough to feel uncomfortable. Some cysts may be painful. Its common to have more than 1 cyst, and clusters of cysts can form in 1 or both breasts. Before a period, cysts may become larger and feel sore or tender as hormone levels change. They may then settle when the period has finished. Many people who have cysts dont feel them at all. […] Having a breast cyst does not increase your risk of breast cancer.
  • #21 Breast cysts – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/breast-cysts/symptoms-causes/syc-20370284
    Breast cysts may be found in one or both breasts. Signs and symptoms of a breast cyst include: […] A smooth, easily movable round or oval lump that may have smooth edges which typically, though not always, indicates it’s benign […] Nipple discharge that may be clear, yellow, straw colored or dark brown […] Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the breast lump […] An increase in breast lump size and breast tenderness just before your period […] A decrease in breast lump size and resolution of other symptoms after your period. […] Having breast cysts doesn’t increase your risk of breast cancer. But having cysts may make it harder to find new breast lumps or other changes that might need evaluation by your doctor. Your breasts may feel lumpy and painful when you’re menstruating, so it’s important to be familiar with how your breasts feel throughout your menstrual cycle so that you’ll know if something changes.
  • #22 Is Your Breast Lump Cancerous? Identifying Types and Symptoms
    https://www.gleneagles.com.sg/health-plus/article/breast-lump-cancer
    Breast cysts (fluid-filled lumps) are very common in ladies in their 30 50s. […] The milk glands can turn into cysts and the surrounding breast tissue becomes more fibrous, and hence this is known as fibrocystic changes. […] Fibrocystic changes in the breast are not cancerous hence they do not significantly increase your risk of breast cancer. However, they can make it more challenging to detect breast cancer. […] While it is not a disease because it does not cause ill-health, it can make your breasts feel lumpy and tender. You may also experience nipple discharge or leakage that appears straw-coloured, greenish or brown, with no blood. Occasionally, cysts in the breast can get infected. […] Cysts are usually left alone. If they are large or painful, they can be drained using a small needle and syringe with local anaesthetics.
  • #23 Breast Cysts – Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments | Medanta
    https://www.medanta.org/hospitals-near-me/gurugram-hospital/speciality/breast-cancer/disease/understanding-breast-cysts-symptoms-causes-treatment
    Breast cysts can cause a variety of symptoms that may vary in severity and duration. The following are some of the most common symptoms of breast cysts: […] Breast cysts can cause pain or tenderness in the affected breast. The pain may be mild or severe and may be present all the time or only during certain times of the menstrual cycle. […] Breast cysts may cause changes in the shape or size of the breast. The breast may appear more pointed or uneven, or may droop slightly. Changes in breast size or shape can be more noticeable in women with smaller breasts. […] Not all breast cysts cause symptoms. In fact, many breast cysts are found incidentally during a routine mammogram or breast exam. However, if you notice any changes in your breasts, including the presence of a new lump or changes in the appearance of your breasts, then immediately contact your healthcare provider for evaluation.
  • #24 Breast cysts and breast cancer: How can you tell the difference? | MD Anderson Cancer Center
    https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/breast-cysts-and-breast-cancer–how-can-you-tell-the-difference.h00-159542901.html
    Many women will experience a breast cyst at some point in their lives. Though they tend to be more common among women between the ages of 30 and 50, breast cysts can develop at any age. […] Breast cysts usually happen due to the normal hormonal fluctuations that take place in a womans body during her menstrual cycle. Thats why theyre most common among women who are still of child-bearing age. Only a small proportion of breast cysts occurs in post-menopausal women. […] Breast cysts, on the other hand, if they develop quickly, often compress the tissue around them and can cause pain. So, while some breast cysts may be painless, they tend to appear as a lump that hurts. […] The vast majority of breast cysts about 70% will go away on their own. So, unless theyre causing severe pain, we usually just leave them alone, after confirming the diagnosis of a simple breast cyst. A lot of women will always have breast cysts, but wont necessarily have any symptoms related to them. […] Simple cysts are not associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. […] A lot of women come in scared, thinking the fact that theyve developed a breast cyst makes them more likely to develop breast cancer later on. But thats not true.
  • #25 Breast Cysts: Causes, Treatment, Cancer, SymptomS | KCM
    https://katiecouric.com/the-exact-science-of/breast-cyst-cancer/
    In almost all cases, these cysts will go away on their own. Over time, the fluid in a cyst will get absorbed back into your body, and if its a small volume, you likely wont even notice it. […] Cysts get smaller with time 70 percent resolve on their own within five years. And although you may experience a bit of nipple discharge or breast pain/discomfort, breast cysts usually arent associated with any symptoms.
  • #26 Breast cysts | The Royal Women’s Hospital
    https://www.thewomens.org.au/health-information/breast-health/breast-cysts
    Cysts are fluid-filled bubbles, similar to blisters, in the breast tissue. […] Most cysts develop rapidly and then stay the same size. A small number shrink or continue to grow. Cysts are often too small to feel. However, on ultrasound they appear as a round clear shape with a distinct outline. Larger cysts can be felt in the breast tissue. They might be firm or soft. Often women have more than one cyst at a time. […] Cysts are not harmful or dangerous, but they are sometimes uncomfortable or painful. Often women find that their cyst(s) get tender or enlarged in the days before their period. Pushing on cysts can also make them tender. […] Many women have cysts that come back. These might be cysts that refill with fluid or they might be new cysts. Recurring cysts are not dangerous. They are treated the same way as the first cyst. […] Your cyst does not put you at any increased risk of breast cancer. You should follow the recommendations for breast cancer screening for women of your age and family history.
  • #27 Breast cyst growing – Pre-Diagnosis, Signs & Symptoms – Cancer Chat | Cancer Research UK
    https://cancerchat.cancerresearchuk.org/f/pre-diagnosis-signs-symptoms/95064/breast-cyst-growing
    I attended breast clinic in May with a lump the size of a grape. […] In the few weeks since attending the lump has practically doubled in size and is now quite painful. […] It has possibly have become sore because it has increased in size. […] Cysts are painful and can grow quickly so I hope that you can be seen soon to have it aspirated. […] Cysts can grow, yet remain benign. Sometimes, if they are too big they can be removed.
  • #28 Breast cysts and breast cancer: How can you tell the difference? | MD Anderson Cancer Center
    https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/breast-cysts-and-breast-cancer–how-can-you-tell-the-difference.h00-159542901.html
    Many women will experience a breast cyst at some point in their lives. Though they tend to be more common among women between the ages of 30 and 50, breast cysts can develop at any age. […] Breast cysts usually happen due to the normal hormonal fluctuations that take place in a womans body during her menstrual cycle. Thats why theyre most common among women who are still of child-bearing age. Only a small proportion of breast cysts occurs in post-menopausal women. […] Breast cysts, on the other hand, if they develop quickly, often compress the tissue around them and can cause pain. So, while some breast cysts may be painless, they tend to appear as a lump that hurts. […] The vast majority of breast cysts about 70% will go away on their own. So, unless theyre causing severe pain, we usually just leave them alone, after confirming the diagnosis of a simple breast cyst. A lot of women will always have breast cysts, but wont necessarily have any symptoms related to them. […] Simple cysts are not associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. […] A lot of women come in scared, thinking the fact that theyve developed a breast cyst makes them more likely to develop breast cancer later on. But thats not true.
  • #29 Breast Cysts | Baylor Scott & White Health
    https://www.bswhealth.com/conditions/breast-cysts
    You may also notice that the breast pain may fluctuate at different times in your menstrual cycle, as breast cysts can be hormone related. Sometimes the tenderness of your breast and the size of the cyst will increase before your period and decrease after. […] Other symptoms include being able to feel and move the lump, as well as nipple discharge that can be clear, yellow or even dark brown. […] Some cysts are painful, and some are not. Whether or not a cyst causes pain or tenderness depends on its size and where you are in your menstrual cycle. Cysts can feel more painful before a woman’s period and typically feel better after her period ends. Call your doctor if a cyst continues to be painful or if the pain increases. […] About 70% of breast cysts go away on their own. Usually, doctors do not do anything to remove them unless they are causing pain or are a cause for concern. […] Breast cysts come and go, and sometimes you won’t even know you have them. Since they are hormone-related, they tend to disappear permanently after menopause.
  • #30 Definition of breast cyst – NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms – NCIFacebookFollow on XInstagramYoutubeLinkedin
    https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/breast-cyst
    A fluid-filled sac that forms in the breast that is sometimes filled with a mix of fluid and solid material. Breast cysts may occur in one or both breasts, and there may be more than one. Most cysts feel like a round or oval lump with a smooth, well-defined border that moves easily under the skin of the breast. But some cysts are too small to be felt. Symptoms may include pain or tenderness in the breast, especially around the time of a menstrual period, or a clear or cloudy fluid discharge from the nipple. […] Most breast cysts are not cancer and do not increase the risk of breast cancer. They can occur at any age but are most common in premenopausal women and in women taking hormone therapy for menopause.
  • #31 Symptoms of Ovarian, Breast and Skin Cysts
    https://www.oprah.com/omagazine/symptoms-of-ovarian-breast-and-skin-cysts
    Breast cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can show up in any part of your body, but most are just harmless lumps. What causes them: Blocked milk ducts. „Glands in your breasts are always secreting fluid, which can contain particles that obstruct tiny ducts. If that happens, a duct fills with fluid, becoming a simple cyst,” says breast cancer surgeon S. Eva Singletary, MD, a professor at the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. How to get rid of them: Just wait. It takes up to a year for fluid in a cyst to disperse. In the meantime, some research suggests that cutting back on caffeine or taking evening primrose oil capsules may relieve cyst-related breast pain, Singletary says. If a cyst is extremely uncomfortable, ask your doctor about draining the fluid with needle aspiration. Why they come back: „We think it has to do with hormone levels in breast tissue and also with genetics—some women simply inherit a tendency toward lumpy, bumpy breasts,” Singletary says. Hang in there. Cysts are most common in younger women; you’ll have fewer as you approach menopause because hormone levels drop. Should I worry?: It’s crucial to have any new lump in your breast checked by your doctor. But once you get the all clear, you can relax—cysts don’t raise breast cancer risk. „A cyst feels like a grape, and sometimes you can move it around a little under the skin, while a lump that may be cancer feels rock-hard and usually can’t be moved,” Singletary says.
  • #32 Breast cysts — symptoms, treatment and types | healthdirect
    https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/breast-cysts
    Breast cysts can feel tender if you press on them. The breast area around a cyst may also feel tender or painful. This can happen even if you can’t feel a cyst. […] Breast cysts can be more painful before your period (menstruation). […] Breast cysts are harmless. They do not usually need to be treated. […] Your doctor may also recommend draining a cyst if it’s very large or painful. […] Draining a cyst will shrink it. Sometimes cysts come back. They are treated in the same way as the first cyst.
  • #33 Breast cysts | The Royal Women’s Hospital
    https://www.thewomens.org.au/health-information/breast-health/breast-cysts
    Cysts are fluid-filled bubbles, similar to blisters, in the breast tissue. […] Most cysts develop rapidly and then stay the same size. A small number shrink or continue to grow. Cysts are often too small to feel. However, on ultrasound they appear as a round clear shape with a distinct outline. Larger cysts can be felt in the breast tissue. They might be firm or soft. Often women have more than one cyst at a time. […] Cysts are not harmful or dangerous, but they are sometimes uncomfortable or painful. Often women find that their cyst(s) get tender or enlarged in the days before their period. Pushing on cysts can also make them tender. […] Many women have cysts that come back. These might be cysts that refill with fluid or they might be new cysts. Recurring cysts are not dangerous. They are treated the same way as the first cyst. […] Your cyst does not put you at any increased risk of breast cancer. You should follow the recommendations for breast cancer screening for women of your age and family history.
  • #34 Breast Cyst Fact Sheet | Westmead BCI
    https://www.bci.org.au/breast-cancer-information/fact-sheets/breast-cysts/
    When cysts become large they can cause a lump that can be felt. Classically, the lump is smooth, soft, and moves easily, although if the fluid is under tension, it can feel firm when examined. Cysts are often tender. Even if there is no distinct lump to feel, the breast tissue containing a cyst or cysts may be tender. […] Cysts can come back after aspiration, or new cysts can develop in the nearby breast tissue. Cysts that come back following aspiration usually take several months to refill, and one that comes back within a few weeks may need more testing. […] Breast cysts are not cancerous, and having cysts does not significantly increase the risk of developing breast cancer.
  • #35 Breast cysts – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/breast-cysts/symptoms-causes/syc-20370284
    Breast cysts may be found in one or both breasts. Signs and symptoms of a breast cyst include: […] A smooth, easily movable round or oval lump that may have smooth edges which typically, though not always, indicates it’s benign […] Nipple discharge that may be clear, yellow, straw colored or dark brown […] Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the breast lump […] An increase in breast lump size and breast tenderness just before your period […] A decrease in breast lump size and resolution of other symptoms after your period. […] Having breast cysts doesn’t increase your risk of breast cancer. But having cysts may make it harder to find new breast lumps or other changes that might need evaluation by your doctor. Your breasts may feel lumpy and painful when you’re menstruating, so it’s important to be familiar with how your breasts feel throughout your menstrual cycle so that you’ll know if something changes.
  • #36 Breast Cysts: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15691-breast-cysts
    Some cysts are so small you cant feel them. If you have a larger breast cyst, you may feel a lump thats: […] Painful or tender, especially before your menstrual cycle. […] Many women notice their cyst changes or becomes sore just before their period when hormone levels change. […] Breast cysts can become infected, or can become large, tense and painful and require aspiration. […] In most cases, you dont need treatment. Simple breast cysts dont cause any harm and sometimes even go away on their own. […] Often, breast cysts go away on their own. […] A breast cyst may not require any treatment. If its very small and not causing you pain, your healthcare provider may decide to give it time to go away on its own. But if youre uncomfortable or the cyst continues to grow, draining the fluid may be the best way to treat your symptoms. […] Breast cysts dont increase your breast cancer risk. […] Breast cysts are very common in women and usually arent a sign of a problem.
  • #37 Breast cysts – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/breast-cysts/symptoms-causes/syc-20370284
    Breast cysts may be found in one or both breasts. Signs and symptoms of a breast cyst include: […] A smooth, easily movable round or oval lump that may have smooth edges which typically, though not always, indicates it’s benign […] Nipple discharge that may be clear, yellow, straw colored or dark brown […] Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the breast lump […] An increase in breast lump size and breast tenderness just before your period […] A decrease in breast lump size and resolution of other symptoms after your period. […] Having breast cysts doesn’t increase your risk of breast cancer. But having cysts may make it harder to find new breast lumps or other changes that might need evaluation by your doctor. Your breasts may feel lumpy and painful when you’re menstruating, so it’s important to be familiar with how your breasts feel throughout your menstrual cycle so that you’ll know if something changes.
  • #38 Breast Cysts | National Breast Cancer FoundationNational Breast Cancer Foundation logoNational Breast Cancer Foundation logo
    https://nbcf.org.au/about-breast-cancer/detection-and-awareness/breast-cysts/
    Having simple cysts does not increase the risk of breast cancer in the future. However, there is a small chance that complex cysts may contain cancer or increase your breast cancer risk later, depending on what is found in the biopsy. […] Even if you have been diagnosed with breast cysts before, please see your GP If you notice a new breast lump, changes on the skin of the breast over the cyst, or other unusual breast changes, even if you think it may be a cyst or your cyst has returned. Early detection gives the best chance of survival if you are diagnosed with breast cancer.
  • #39 Breast lump Information | Mount Sinai – New York
    https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/symptoms/breast-lump
    Breast cysts are fluid-filled sacs that often feel like soft grapes. These can sometimes be tender, often just before your menstrual period. Ultrasound can determine if a lump is a cyst. It can also reveal whether it is a simple, complicated, or complex cyst. […] Simple cysts are just sacs filled with fluid. They do not need to be removed and may go away on their own. If a simple cyst is growing or causing pain, it can be aspirated. […] A complicated cyst has a little bit of debris in the fluid and can either be watched with ultrasound or the fluid can be drained. […] A complex cyst looks more worrisome on ultrasound. Your provider may recommend either a follow up ultrasound or a needle biopsy. Depending on the results, the cyst may be monitored with ultrasound exams or removed surgically.
  • #40 Demystifying Breast Cyst Pain | Dr. Jay Anam
    https://drjayanam.com/blogs/demystifying-breast-cyst-pain/
    Breast cysts are sacs filled with fluid that develop within breast tissues. Theyre typically benign, meaning they are not cancerous. These cysts can feel like small round lumps under your skin, similar to grapes or miniature water-filled balloons. […] The pain associated with breast cysts varies widely among women. Some may experience sharp, distinct pain, while others might report a more vague ache. This discomfort often fluctuates in intensity during the menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes. […] The pain can be either localized to a specific area of the breast or spread over a larger region. Its important to note that not every breast cyst causes noticeable discomfort some are only detected during routine mammograms or physical examinations. […] Though breast cysts are generally harmless, certain symptoms should trigger immediate medical attention. These include severe breast pain, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge, or a lump that remains consistent irrespective of your menstrual cycle.
  • #41 Breast Cysts | National Breast Cancer FoundationNational Breast Cancer Foundation logoNational Breast Cancer Foundation logo
    https://nbcf.org.au/about-breast-cancer/detection-and-awareness/breast-cysts/
    If you notice any new or unusual changes in your breasts, please speak to your doctor without delay. This includes breast changes such as a new lump, a lump that grows or persists, or changes on the skin of the breast. […] Most breast changes are not caused by cancer. However, it is important to speak with your doctor so that the breast change can be checked. […] If ultrasound indicates that the cyst contains a solid component (a complex cyst), a biopsy may be needed to exclude the possibility of cancer. […] If the cyst is large or causing discomfort, fine-needle aspiration can be used to remove fluid from the cyst to ease symptoms. […] Cysts that are drained can come back or new cysts can form in nearby tissue. It is possible to drain the cyst again. […] In general, cysts are usually not cancerous. Simple cysts are not breast cancer and do not change into cancer.
  • #42 Demystifying Breast Cyst Pain | Dr. Jay Anam
    https://drjayanam.com/blogs/demystifying-breast-cyst-pain/
    Breast cysts are sacs filled with fluid that develop within breast tissues. Theyre typically benign, meaning they are not cancerous. These cysts can feel like small round lumps under your skin, similar to grapes or miniature water-filled balloons. […] The pain associated with breast cysts varies widely among women. Some may experience sharp, distinct pain, while others might report a more vague ache. This discomfort often fluctuates in intensity during the menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes. […] The pain can be either localized to a specific area of the breast or spread over a larger region. Its important to note that not every breast cyst causes noticeable discomfort some are only detected during routine mammograms or physical examinations. […] Though breast cysts are generally harmless, certain symptoms should trigger immediate medical attention. These include severe breast pain, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge, or a lump that remains consistent irrespective of your menstrual cycle.
  • #43 Demystifying Breast Cyst Pain | Dr. Jay Anam
    https://drjayanam.com/blogs/demystifying-breast-cyst-pain/
    Breast cysts are sacs filled with fluid that develop within breast tissues. Theyre typically benign, meaning they are not cancerous. These cysts can feel like small round lumps under your skin, similar to grapes or miniature water-filled balloons. […] The pain associated with breast cysts varies widely among women. Some may experience sharp, distinct pain, while others might report a more vague ache. This discomfort often fluctuates in intensity during the menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes. […] The pain can be either localized to a specific area of the breast or spread over a larger region. Its important to note that not every breast cyst causes noticeable discomfort some are only detected during routine mammograms or physical examinations. […] Though breast cysts are generally harmless, certain symptoms should trigger immediate medical attention. These include severe breast pain, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge, or a lump that remains consistent irrespective of your menstrual cycle.
  • #44 Demystifying Breast Cyst Pain | Dr. Jay Anam
    https://drjayanam.com/blogs/demystifying-breast-cyst-pain/
    Breast cysts are sacs filled with fluid that develop within breast tissues. Theyre typically benign, meaning they are not cancerous. These cysts can feel like small round lumps under your skin, similar to grapes or miniature water-filled balloons. […] The pain associated with breast cysts varies widely among women. Some may experience sharp, distinct pain, while others might report a more vague ache. This discomfort often fluctuates in intensity during the menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes. […] The pain can be either localized to a specific area of the breast or spread over a larger region. Its important to note that not every breast cyst causes noticeable discomfort some are only detected during routine mammograms or physical examinations. […] Though breast cysts are generally harmless, certain symptoms should trigger immediate medical attention. These include severe breast pain, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge, or a lump that remains consistent irrespective of your menstrual cycle.
  • #45 Demystifying Breast Cyst Pain | Dr. Jay Anam
    https://drjayanam.com/blogs/demystifying-breast-cyst-pain/
    Breast cysts are sacs filled with fluid that develop within breast tissues. Theyre typically benign, meaning they are not cancerous. These cysts can feel like small round lumps under your skin, similar to grapes or miniature water-filled balloons. […] The pain associated with breast cysts varies widely among women. Some may experience sharp, distinct pain, while others might report a more vague ache. This discomfort often fluctuates in intensity during the menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes. […] The pain can be either localized to a specific area of the breast or spread over a larger region. Its important to note that not every breast cyst causes noticeable discomfort some are only detected during routine mammograms or physical examinations. […] Though breast cysts are generally harmless, certain symptoms should trigger immediate medical attention. These include severe breast pain, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge, or a lump that remains consistent irrespective of your menstrual cycle.
  • #46 Breast cysts | Health Library | Memorial Health System
    https://www.mhsystem.org/health-library/con-20370271/
    Breast cysts may be found in one or both breasts. Signs and symptoms of a breast cyst include: A smooth, easily movable round or oval lump that may have smooth edges which typically, though not always, indicates its benign […] Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the breast lump […] An increase in breast lump size and breast tenderness just before your period […] A decrease in breast lump size and resolution of other symptoms after your period. Having breast cysts doesnt increase your risk of breast cancer. But having cysts may make it harder to find new breast lumps or other changes that might need evaluation by your doctor. Your breasts may feel lumpy and painful when youre menstruating, so its important to be familiar with how your breasts feel throughout your menstrual cycle so that youll know if something changes. Fine-needle aspiration may be used to diagnose and treat a breast cyst if all the fluid can be removed from the cyst during the procedure, and then your breast lump disappears and your symptoms resolve. For some breast cysts, however, you may need to have fluid drained more than once. Recurrent or new cysts are common. If a breast cyst persists through two to three menstrual cycles and grows larger, see your doctor for further evaluation.
  • #47 Breast Cysts | National Breast Cancer FoundationNational Breast Cancer Foundation logoNational Breast Cancer Foundation logo
    https://nbcf.org.au/about-breast-cancer/detection-and-awareness/breast-cysts/
    If you notice any new or unusual changes in your breasts, please speak to your doctor without delay. This includes breast changes such as a new lump, a lump that grows or persists, or changes on the skin of the breast. […] Most breast changes are not caused by cancer. However, it is important to speak with your doctor so that the breast change can be checked. […] If ultrasound indicates that the cyst contains a solid component (a complex cyst), a biopsy may be needed to exclude the possibility of cancer. […] If the cyst is large or causing discomfort, fine-needle aspiration can be used to remove fluid from the cyst to ease symptoms. […] Cysts that are drained can come back or new cysts can form in nearby tissue. It is possible to drain the cyst again. […] In general, cysts are usually not cancerous. Simple cysts are not breast cancer and do not change into cancer.