Fibrocystic Breasts: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment (Cleveland Clinic)

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Publisher: Cleveland Clinic · Published: August 24, 2026 · Accessed: August 24, 2026

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• Fibrocystic breast changes are normal and common and do not increase your risk of breast cancer or other diseases.
• Fibrocystic breast changes are a common noncancerous condition that can cause painful, lumpy breast tissue, and symptoms often fluctuate with the menstrual cycle or other hormonal changes.
• Always inform a healthcare provider of any new growths or lumps in your breast tissue; the best thing for breast health is to know your breasts by checking their size, shape and texture regularly.