Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

What is Atypical hyperplasia of the breast?

Atypical hyperplasia is a precancerous condition that affects cells in the breast. Atypical hyperplasia is not cancer, but it can be a forerunner to the development of breast cancer. It is basically an abnormal growth of epithelial cells inside the ducts or lobules in the breast, which can increase the chances of someone getting breast cancer but does not necessarily mean that the person will get breast cancer. 

There are two types of atypical hyperplasia, atypical ductal hyperplasia (which occurs in the breast ducts) and atypical lobular hyperplasia (which occurs in the lobules).  Atypical hyperplasia is a benign breast diagnosis, but its occurrence needs to be acted on clinically.

Symptoms of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

Atypical hyperplasia doesn’t cause any specific signs or symptoms such as lumps, but the woman may notice something that causes her to get a regular checkup or mammogram to investigate further. If you feel a lump or anything odd, you should see a doctor immediately.

Causes of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

When epithelial cells in the breast lobules or ducts become abnormal in number, size, shape, growth pattern and appearance, it causes atypical hyperplasia. However, the exact cause of this issue is not known.

Complications of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

If left untreated or allowed to worsen, atypical hyperplasia can become a marker for breast cancer development. Women with atypical hyperplasia have four times the increased risk of breast cancer in the future compared to women who do not have atypical hyperplasia. Research has shown that women diagnosed with atypical hyperplasia has 29 percent chance of developing breast cancer within 25 years.

Diagnosis of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

Diagnosis of atypical hyperplasia of the breast involves a mammogram or ultrasound. A biopsy may also be performed, which involves surgery to remove a larger sample of tissue to look for breast cancer under a microscope. A mammogram is a breast x-ray used to analyze tissue in the breast, while ultrasound scans use high frequency sound waves to generate an image of the region.

Risk factors of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

Although atypical hyperplasia can happen to any woman, certain factors may increase your chances of developing an issue. This includes older age and family history of breast cancer.

A genetic counselor to discuss testing for the hereditary breast cancer gene mutations can also be consulted if you have a family history. You might also be genetically disposed to getting breast cancer within families.

Treatment of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

There are multiple approaches to treating atypical hyperplasia of the breast. These include homeopathic treatment of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast, acupuncture and acupressure, treatment of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast through conventional or allopathic means, surgical procedures, dietary and herbal treatments, and others.

Homeopathic Treatment of Atypical Hyperplasia of Breast

Homeopathy restores breast tissue structure and condition. It treats the person as a whole. Treatment is constitutional. It means that homeopathic treatment focuses on the patient as a whole person, considering their physical as well as pathological condition. It balances the energy system, improves immunity and body functions. It aims to naturally cure the root cause of the disease or disorder. Some common homeopathic medicines for atypical hyperplasia of breast are Calc, Con, Phyt, Sil and Chim.

Conventional or Allopathic Treatment of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

To reduce the risk of breast cancer, estrogen receptor modulators (SERM), such as tamoxifen or raloxifene are prescribed. Follow up tests are also practiced. Women who are at higher risk, such as those with a family history of breast cancer, need close monitoring, including clinical tests and mammograms. Other tests and exams include self-exams to check for any unusual signs in the breast region, and screening breast MRI.

Surgical Treatment of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

A biopsy, a surgical procedure, is done to remove the abnormal cells and to make sure there is no in situ or invasive cancer. After the surgery, follow up tests such as mammograms and clinical tests need to be conducted every six months and annually for mammograms.

Dietary and herbal treatments of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

Natural remedies for the prevention or treatment of hyperplasia include balancing hormones through diet and exercise. Adaptogen herbs are also beneficial in this regard, and they include ginseng, holy basil, Ashwagandha, astragalus root, licorice root, rhodiola and cordycep mushrooms. Dietary requirements include eating an anti-inflammatory diet to reduce the inflammation that can lead to hyperplasia. 

These cancer-fighting foods include leafy green vegetables, cruciferous vegetables, fresh fruit, especially berries, brightly colored fruits and vegetables that are red, orange and yellow, fresh herbs and spices, organic meats that are grass-fed, fish, healthy fats, including olive oil, avocado, nuts, seeds and coconut oil and probiotic foods, including yogurt, kombucha, cultured vegetables and kefir.

Supplements such as Vitamin C, Vitamin D, milk thistle, dandelion root, turmeric, and frankincense oil can also be beneficial.

Precautions and Precautions of Atypical hyperplasia of the breast

Avoid sugar, refined oils, refined carbohydrates, conventional dairy products and farm-raised meats. Regular exercise can raise your immunity against inflammation, hormonal imbalances and illnesses and help your body cope against diseases such as cancer. Reducing stress is also an important factor for people who want to avoid long-term problems.

Precautions that need to be taken include getting regular screenings for breast cancer even if you are not at risk, limiting alcohol since alcohol is a risk factor for breast cancer in women, and avoiding smoking, keeping yourself strong enough to withstand breast cancer treatment in case you ever need to undergo such a strong medical treatment, and consulting your doctor regarding anti-estrogen medication to prevent future cancer prognosis.

If you are at very high risk of breast cancer due to genetics or family history or other causes, you may consider risk-reducing mastectomy, a surgery to remove one or both breasts, in order to reduce the risk of developing breast cancer in the future. This is why regular tests and trials are required to check if any of these risks are present.

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