fibrocystic breasts abate with MENOPAUSEand the
lumpiness of the breasts diminishes, though some
fibrocystic tissue remains.
Risk Factors and Preventive Measures
There are no clear risk factors or measures to pre-
vent fibrocystic breast disease. It is important for
women who have fibrocystic breasts to be diligent
in performing monthly BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION
and to see their health-care providers when they
detect any changes in their breasts.
See also BREAST HEALTH; ENDOMETRIOSIS; MEDICINAL
HERBS AND BOTANICALS; UTERINE FIBROIDS; VITAMINS
AND HEALTH.286 The Reproductive System