Lifestyle and home remedies

You might find relief from symptoms of fibrocystic breasts through one of these home remedies:

• Wear a firm support bra, fitted by a professional, if possible.
• Wear a sports bra during exercise and while sleeping, especially when your breasts are extra sensitive.
• Limit or avoid caffeine, a dietary change many people report as helpful, although medical studies of caffeine's effect on breast pain and other premenstrual symptoms have been inconclusive.
• Eat less fat, which may decrease breast pain or discomfort associated with fibrocystic breasts.
• Reduce or stop taking hormone therapy if you're postmenopausal — but be sure to talk to your doctor before making any change in your prescription medications.
• Use a heating pad or warm water bottle to relieve your discomfort.