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Which department should I visit for breast diseases?

Dec 20, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Dapeng
Introduction
Departments commonly visited for breast diseases include breast surgery, oncology, thyroid and breast surgery, endocrinology, and gynecology/obstetrics. The appropriate department should be chosen according to specific conditions. If symptoms of breast disease occur, prompt medical consultation is recommended. Maintaining healthy lifestyle habits, paying attention to breast health, performing regular self-examinations, and undergoing routine breast screenings can help with early detection and treatment of breast diseases.

Breast diseases are typically treated in departments such as breast surgery, oncology, thyroid and breast surgery, endocrinology, and gynecology/obstetrics. The appropriate department should be chosen based on specific symptoms. If breast disease is suspected, prompt medical attention is recommended. Details are as follows:

1. Breast Surgery

This department specializes in patients with breast-related conditions accompanied by symptoms such as breast lumps, nipple discharge, or breast pain. In the breast surgery department, patients can undergo examinations such as breast ultrasound and mammography to determine the presence of conditions like breast nodules, mastitis, or breast tumors.

2. Oncology

This department treats patients with breast diseases who also exhibit systemic symptoms such as fever, weight loss, and loss of appetite. In oncology, patients can receive tests including tumor markers and complete blood counts to assess for malignant tumors, and receive treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy as needed.

3. Thyroid and Breast Surgery

This department manages patients with breast diseases presenting unique symptoms such as inverted nipples or skin indentation on the breast. Specialized examinations like ductoscopy may be performed to evaluate conditions such as nipple inversion or breast skin dimpling.

4. Endocrinology

This department handles patients with breast diseases associated with endocrine disorders, such as menstrual irregularities or infertility. Patients may undergo tests including sex hormone panels and thyroid function tests to identify hormonal imbalances and receive appropriate medication treatments.

5. Gynecology/Obstetrics

This department primarily manages female reproductive system disorders but also provides diagnosis and treatment for breast diseases. Although breast conditions generally fall under surgical specialties, related care is also available in gynecology/obstetrics clinics.

In daily life, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits, paying attention to breast health, performing regular self-examinations, and undergoing routine breast screenings can help detect and treat breast diseases at an early stage.

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