Fibrocystic Change

Management of fibrocystic change includes:

• Using a supportive bra
• Taking analgesics e.g. Panadol, NSAIDs
• Some women have found avoiding caffeine and reducing salt intake helpful in relieving symptoms of fibrocystic change but studies have not shown any significant impact
• For women with painful breast cysts, this may be relieved by a fine needle aspiration to remove the cyst contents, otherwise management is largely expectant
• Vitamins and dietary supplements such as evening primrose oil and Vitamin E