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Fibrocystic breast disease
Fibrocystic breast disease


Fibrocystic breast disease

Alternative Names:
Mammary dysplasia; Benign breast disease

Prevention:

Reduction of dietary fat and caffeine if you have fibrocystic breast changes has been suggested, although recent studies have questioned the role of caffeine and fat in fibrocystic disease.




Review Date: 5/15/2006
Reviewed By: Melanie N. Smith, M.D., Ph.D., Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMedHealthcare Network.

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