What to do if there are nodules in the axillary lymph nodes

What should I do if there are nodules in the axillary lymph nodes? Many people will have questions about this issue. The axillary lymph nodes have the function of sterilization and disinfection. When the human body suffers from a certain disease, the symptom of swollen axillary lymph nodes will appear. For example, if you suffer from mastitis, breast hyperplasia and other diseases, when there are nodules in the axillary lymph nodes, you should pay attention to the size, pain, mobility and whether there is adhesion. Let’s take a closer look at what to do if there are nodules in the axillary lymph nodes.

Causes of breast hyperplasia: Breast hyperplasia is a structural degenerative lesion of breast tissue ducts and lobules and progressive growth of connective tissue. The main cause of the disease is endocrine hormone imbalance. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that if the emotions are not smooth, the liver qi cannot be discharged normally, resulting in qi stagnation and blood stasis. People with Chong and Ren disorders often have menstrual disorders and facial pigmentation. Modern medicine believes that marriage, childbirth, diet, the external environment in which people live, and genetic factors are the main causes of breast disease. Traditional Chinese medicine has its unique features, especially for those suffering from Chong and Ren disorders, constipation, and combined with breast hyperplasia. Kangchi Xiaozhong Tablets inherit the essence of traditional Chinese medicine and are concentrated dosage forms. Two tablets must be taken each time, three times a day. It is designed to be taken for 24 days according to the menstrual cycle (stop taking during menstruation). Three courses of treatment will achieve the healing effect.

Prominent manifestations of breast hyperplasia:

(1) Breast tenderness: Common symptoms include unilateral or bilateral breast tenderness or tenderness. The course of the disease varies from 2 months to several years, and is often characterized by cyclical pain, occurring or aggravated before menstruation and relieved or disappeared after menstruation. It must be noted that although the periodicity of mastalgia is a typical manifestation of this disease, the absence of this feature does not negate the existence of the disease.

(2) Breast lumps: They are often multiple, unilateral or bilateral, and are more common in the upper quadrant. Their size and texture often change cyclically with menstruation. Before menstruation, the lumps become larger and harder, while after menstruation, the lumps become smaller and tougher. During palpation, the mass can be felt to have a nodular structure, of varying sizes, with unclear boundaries from surrounding tissues, often tender, with no adhesion to the skin and deep tissues, and can be pushed. The axillary lymph nodes are not enlarged.

(3) Menstrual disorders: Patients with this disease may also experience irregular menstruation, scanty or light-colored menstruation, and may be accompanied by dysmenorrhea.

(4) Emotional changes: Patients often feel depressed or irritable, which worsens when they are angry, stressed or tired.

Why is breast hyperplasia disease an "invisible killer" in the body? The symptoms of breast hyperplasia disease are mainly characterized by periodic breast pain. Initially, it is a diffuse distension and pain, and the tenderness is more obvious on the upper outer side and upper middle part of the breast. The pain worsens before menstruation every month and decreases or disappears after menstruation. In severe cases, there is persistent pain before and after menstruation. Sometimes the pain radiates to the armpits, shoulders, back, upper limbs, etc. Patients often report that they have a lump in their breast, but clinical examination only reveals thickened mammary glands. A very small number of adolescent cases of simple lobular breast hyperplasia can heal themselves in about 2 years, but most patients need treatment. Quite a number of patients do not take it seriously enough and delay seeking medical treatment or only seek relief from breast pain symptoms without realizing the potential dangers of breast hyperplasia - that is, a small number of breast hyperplasia will persist for a long time and not heal, and about 3% to 10% will develop benign breast tumor-like changes. A small number of patients may develop into cancer, and the chance of developing cancer often increases with age, becoming an "invisible killer" in the body. How to self-examine: Women over 25 years old must self-examine their breasts every month. The specific method is: stand in front of the mirror after bathing, put your hands on your hips, rotate your body left and right, and observe the skin of both breasts in the mirror for any abnormalities and whether the nipples are inverted. Then place the tip of your finger on the breast and move slowly in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. Do not squeeze it with your hands to avoid mistaking normal breast tissue for breast cancer.

Look in front of the mirror with your hands hanging down. Carefully observe whether the breasts are symmetrical in size, whether there are any abnormal protrusions, and whether the skin and nipples are sunken or have eczema. Lift your left hand to the back of your head and use your right hand to check your left breast. Press the breast lightly with your fingertips to feel whether there is any hardness.

Check the nipple in a clockwise circular motion, then gradually move outward (about three or four circles) until the entire breast is checked.

Use the same method to check the right breast until you are finished. Lie down flat on your back, place a pillow under your right shoulder, bend your right hand under your head, and repeat the "touch" method to check both breasts. In addition to twisting the breast, you should also check for swollen lymph nodes in the armpit. Finally, press and twist the nipple with your thumb and index finger, paying attention to whether there is any abnormal secretion. How to take care of breasts: Women’s back is closely related to the health of their breasts. When you walk, keep your back straight and your breasts will naturally stand up; when you sit or stand, you should also hold your chest and head up. The best sleeping position is lying on your back to avoid squeezing your breasts. It is advisable to choose a bra that does not cause a sense of pressure on the breasts.

Taking several deep breaths every morning or evening can help your breasts develop fully. Eating fish, meat and dairy products in moderation can add a small amount of fat and keep your breasts plump.