: characterized by the presence or development of fibrous tissue and cysts
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebHormonal fluctuations can also lead to fibrocystic breast changes (the development of non-cancerous lumps in your boobs) around your period, which can contribute to tenderness, according to the Mayo Clinic. Rozalynn S. Frazier, SELF, 29 July 2022 Hyperestrogenism can lead to a host of gynecological conditions, including uterine fibroids, endometriosis, fibrocystic breast disease, ovarian cysts, menstrual irregularities and forms of cancer. Tyler Jett, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2020
Word History
First Known Use
1854, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
fibrocystic
adjective
fi·bro·cys·tic ˌfīb-rə-ˈsis-tik ˌfib-
: characterized by the presence or development of fibrous tissue and cysts