Is moxibustion effective in treating breast fibroadenoma?
Mar 18, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Dapeng
Introduction
The effectiveness of moxibustion therapy for breast fibroadenoma depends on the severity and progression of the condition. Moxibustion may yield certain therapeutic effects in mild cases with small tumor size and slight breast distension or pain. However, for severe cases with large tumor size and significant pain, moxibustion therapy is often less effective, and timely medical treatment or surgical intervention under a physician's guidance is required.
Generally speaking, breast fibroma refers to breast fibroadenoma. Whether moxibustion is effective in treating breast fibroadenoma mainly depends on the patient's individual condition and disease progression. If the current symptoms involve only mild breast distension and pain without other accompanying symptoms, moxibustion treatment may generally be somewhat effective. However, if there is significant breast pain accompanied by other symptoms, moxibustion may not be very effective. The detailed analysis is as follows:
If the patient's condition is relatively mild, with a small tumor volume and mild breast distension and pain, moxibustion treatment may help control the condition to some extent. Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy that can promote blood circulation to remove blood stasis, reduce swelling and relieve pain. It helps regulate qi and blood flow, unblock meridians, and alleviate breast distension and pain. However, direct moxibustion on the breast area is not recommended. Instead, acupoints such as Zhongwan (CV12) and Shanzhong (CV17) may be treated under medical guidance.
However, if the patient's condition is severe, with a large tumor size and symptoms such as significant breast pain or nipple discharge, moxibustion may not be very effective. In such cases, timely treatment under a doctor's guidance with medications such as Xiaoyao Pills, Sanjeling Capsules, or Xiaojin Pills is recommended. If the tumor diameter is greater than 2 cm, surgical treatment is advised under medical guidance, such as adenoma excision, partial mastectomy, or nodule excision.
It should be noted that prior to undergoing moxibustion, individuals should first understand their own condition and develop a treatment plan in consultation with a physician. Regular follow-up visits are also necessary to adjust the treatment plan according to recovery progress.
