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According to the prestigious medical publication Focus, the University Hospital Tuebingen ranks among the top five German hospitals! The hospital was founded in 1805, therefore it is proud of its long history, unique experience, and outstanding achievements in the field of medical care, as well as research and teaching activitie
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University Hospital Ulm

University Hospital Ulm

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The University Hospital Ulm is an advanced medical complex that provides patients with high-class medical care using the very latest scientific achievements. The medical facility has been performing successful clinical activities for more than 40 years and has long earned an excellent reputation throughout Europe. The hospital r
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the University Hospital Frankfurt am Main ranks among the top German medical facilities! The hospital was founded in 1914 and today is a well-known German medical facility, which combines rich traditions and scientific innovations. A medical team of more than 6,500 employees cares about
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the Charite University Hospital Berlin occupies the first place in the rating of the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest and leading university medical complexes in Europe. The hospital in Germany provides modern diagnostics and treatment of patients, a
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According to the Focus magazine, University Hospital Erlangen ranks among the best medical facilities in Germany! The hospital is one of the leading healthcare facilities in Bavaria and offers top-class medical care distinguished by the close intertwining of clinical activities with research and training of medical students. The
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital Halle (Saale) ranks among the top German medical facilities! The history of the hospital has more than 300 years, and during this time it managed to earn an excellent reputation not only in Germany, but throughout the world. The hospital positions itself as a s
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf ranks among the top ten hospitals in Germany! Since its foundation in 1889, the hospital has taken a leading position in the European medical arena and still occupies it until today. A highly competent medical team of more than 11,000 employees takes care
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital RWTH Aachen ranks among the top German hospitals! As a maximum care university medical facility, the hospital guarantees patients first-class medical services combined with a respectful and human attitude. The hospital integrates all the modern options for the
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According to the Focus magazine in 2019, the University Hospital Würzburg ranks among the top national German hospitals! The hospital is one of the oldest medical facilities in Germany. The centuries-old traditions of first-class treatment are combined with the very latest achievements of modern evidence-based medicine and
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The University Hospital Rechts der Isar Munich was founded in 1834. It combines long traditions with the very latest advances in modern medicine. The medical facility includes 33 specialized departments and 20 interdisciplinary centers, where patients can receive top-class medical care in all medical fields. The hospital annuall
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital Muenster ranks among the top German hospitals! The hospital belongs to the most prestigious medical institutions in Germany. The hospital is distinguished by a high professionalism of its doctors, state-of-the-art technological equipment and the availability of the most ad
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According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany! The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany, but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes, which cover all fields of
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the University Hospital Duesseldorf ranks among the top Germany hospitals! The hospital is an excellent example of a combination of high-quality health care, research and teaching activities. With more than 50,000 inpatients and about 300,000 outpatients every year, the hospital is
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is regularly ranked among the best medical institutions in Germany! The hospital is the largest multidisciplinary medical facility, as well as a leading research and training center in Germany and Europe. The hospital is proud of i
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital Oldenburg ranks among the best medical facilities in Germany! The hospital offers a wide range of medical services that meet the highest medical standards. The hospital has 832 beds. The medical facility annually serves 37,000 patients on an inpatient and partially inpatie
The Marien Hospital Duesseldorf is a modern medical facility in the very center of Duesseldorf and a recognized Research Center. The foundation stone of the hospital was laid back in 1864 with the support of the Catholic Church. The Christian principles of helping and supporting patients have not changed at all over the years, b
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About the disease

Fibrocystic breast disease is a condition when breast feels lumpy and painful. Some women have fibrocystic breasts from the time they underwent puberty and in that case this condition is not considered to be a disease in the typical meaning of this word, because it does not impose any threat to woman`s condition. Woman with fibrocystic breast disease can also have cysts of varying sizes and shapes and this is the biggest danger that fibrocystic swelling of breasts. Almost 60% of women with fibrocystic breast condition do not have any symptoms. Women usually have it between the ages of 20 and 40 and in most cases the painful sensations stop once a woman becomes menopausal. Almost half of female population have fibrocystic condition at some point of their life due to hormonal changes.

Probability of developing malignant breast cancer as results of fibrocystic breast disease depends on many factors such as total duration of disease, its stage and symptoms intensity. Also women with history of multiple or simply large cysts have two times higher risk of developing cancer. According to American medical site MedicineNet.com, there are several types of these disease which only recently became differentiated: cysts, fibrosis and hyperplasia of breast cells. They all differ in the extent of tissue damage, hormonal disbalance and growth of abnormal cells.

Although fibrocystic breast disease is considered to be benign, in some rare cases it can become malignant. That is why thorough medical examination of patients and continuous monitoring of condition is a vital element in the prevention of breast cancer.

Symptoms

  • Thickened lumps
  • Painful breasts
  • Bigger lumps during menstrual
  • Dark discharges from breasts
  • Swollen skin
  • Soreness

Pain becomes even more intensified, if a woman has heavy periods, which last more than 4-5 days. Women after menopause can have it only if they take some hormonal drugs.

Diagnosis

Usually this condition of the breast can be detected by the simple and brief palpation of the breast.

  • Mammography method is rather informative, as it determines the amount of contours and number of cysts.
  • Ultrasound allows detailed examination of all cystic and non-cystic formations. The image taken by ultrasound varies because of the patient's age. Over the years the rate of density increases and thickness decreases, that`s why ultrasound is most helpful for diagnosis of fibrocystic breast disease in women over 30-40 years old. The structure of the breast can be absolutely different in adolescence, reproductive age, menopause, and during pregnancy, and breastfeeding.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging is used very rarely. Mostly it helps doctors to differentiate the benign cyst and cancerous formation if there are doubts about the nature of the lump. This method also allows to get a thorough examination of each layer of tissue. If there are further doubts of whether the lump is malignant or benign, a doctor can perform a biopsy of the breasts to determine nature of formation. Sometimes blood tests determine the extent of the hormonal imbalance and hormonal therapy can be prescribed.

Treatment

  • Surgical treatment is indicated if cysts or lump became too big. Usually surgery does not present any danger and has favorable outcome.
  • Needle aspiration is performed to drain excessive fluid from cyst. Pregnancy with fibrocystic breast is also highly desirable. It can serve as a great impetus to further stabilization of hormone levels and termination of the disease. For this reason, many doctors and gynecologists strongly recommend that women get pregnant. By the way, natural lactation is often the main treatment method for this disease. Breastfeeding must not be interrupted prematurely, because lactation period can often bring relief to women and even full recovery from cystic formations.
  • Hormonal therapy can be used as a treatment for fibrocystic breast condition. Nevertheless, if a woman got pregnant, she needs to immediately discontinue use of hormones during pregnancy, since it can be harmful. In such situation, a woman should consult with her doctor, because he can prescribe other hormonal drugs that are permitted for use during pregnancy.

Also during pregnancy women are recommended to have a prolonged lactation period, because it helps to reduce the symptoms of the disease and it is a good preventive measure. Breastfeeding is very beneficial to woman`s health. For instance, it activates growth and multiplication of the epithelial cells of mammary glands, which prevent the development of variety of tumors, including cysts and fibromatous nodes.

Prolonged breastfeeding should be carried out with constant monitoring of the state of the breast with the periodic medical examination. Accepted list of drugs permitted during lactation should always be coordinated with the doctor.

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova, Dr. Sergey Pashchenko