What should be done about granulomatous mastitis?

Jan 09, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Always feeling a bit of pain in the chest, and examination revealed granulomatous mastitis. What should be done about granulomatous mastitis?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Qiang
Granulomatous mastitis can be treated through medications, surgery, and other methods. Under medical guidance, glucocorticoid drugs such as prednisone, hydrocortisone, and methylprednisolone may be used to reduce the affected tissue. When the tumor tissue shrinks or disappears, surgical intervention is recommended. Surgical treatment involves complete removal of the lesion followed by suturing. The advantages of this approach include rapid recovery and the possibility of complete cure in a single procedure, preventing recurrence. The disadvantage is that local excision of breast tissue may alter the breast's shape, affecting its cosmetic appearance.