Case Study 1 : Mammary Dysplasia ( Fibrocystic Breasts )

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  • Nick LeRoy
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History: Colleen, a 34 year old white female, presented for treatment of severe breast pain, known as mastalgia, of five years duration. The pain was cyclical (menstrually related), however, she had some tenderness throughout the entire month. Colleen described multiple lumps in each breast, and about two years prior had a large lump drained. It was at that time that her gynecologist termed her condition “fibrocystic breast disease.” Colleen was advised to limit her caffeine intake and invest in a bra with ample support. Although she had some relief after following the recommendations, the breast pain continued to be severe the week preceding her period. Disgusted with the lack of viable conventional medical treatment, Colleen explored the role nutrition plays in health and decided to make significant changes. At the time of her appointment, Colleen’s diet consisted of a tofu protein breakfast shake with a banana and strawberries. Lunch was usually a vegetable and rice dish, or a salad. Dinner was vegetables and rice, or a potato. She did not eat dairy products, or meat, and usually snacked on fruit. She had been eating like this for about one year. Colleen took a multi-vitamin/mineral, vitamin C, and vitamin E. She was not taking prescription medication, although when the breast pain was severe, she continued to resort to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS).

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تاریخ انتشار 2002