Question 1

does massaging breast reduces breast size?

Accepted Answer

No: Massage will not reduce breast size.

Question 2

i have a pain in between my breasts. the pain is more on the right side and goes under my breast. touching reduces pain & sharp pain w/ deep breaths

Accepted Answer

Costochondritis: Pain in the center of the chest associated with deep breathing and no other symptoms is commonly costochondritis, an inflammation of the joint between the rib and the sternum. You should see your doctor to confirm this however, as chest pain can also be due to serious heart and lung issues.

Question 3

can wearing bra's tightly reduces breast growth?

Accepted Answer

No, it doesn't: Reduce breast growth but it can hurt! consider a professional bra fitting. Up to 85% of women in america are not wearing the correct sized bra. A professional fitter will help to find a bra design that might assist in alleviating pain as well as determining the proper band and cup size. Take care.

Question 4

major swelling after breast reduction surery. how long before it reduces?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your surgeon: "major swelling" implies a potential problem. I don't know how long ago you had surgery or what "major" means to you. You should express your concerns to your surgeon. Potential causes range from bleeding and infection to normal.

Question 5

how should breasts feel?

Accepted Answer

Feel soft: Breast tissue on exam in a lying down position with the breast  being examined, having the hand behind the head and the opposite hand being used, should move around the breast in a clockwise position.L  the breast should feel like lumpy oatmeal.  A lesion in the breast would feel like someone dropped a stone into the lumpy oatmeal.

Question 6

why are my breasts lopsided?

Accepted Answer

Because u r a woman: Most women have some amount of breast size discrepancy.  This is normal and not automatically a problem.  Some women have such a big discrepancy that cosmetically, it causes them personal concerns and anxiety.  If this is the case, you may wish to consult with your physician to look into treatment options.

Question 7

my breasts are shrinking. why?

Accepted Answer

How did you measure?: It is unlikely that your breasts are shrinking at your age. What makes you think that breasts have decreased in size? Without objective measurement to support your impression, it is unlikely that your breasts shrank, unless you lost a lot of weight due to a serious illness. If this impression is validated by objective measures, it would be prudent to see your doctor.

Question 8

how come my breasts keep changing sizes?

Accepted Answer

Changes breast size: Breast scan change size  due to  fluid retention.  This  can occur in conjunction w premenstrual syndrome, your period, pregnancy, hormone imbalance or use of oral contraceptives.

Question 9

any reasons why my breasts keep changing sizes?

Accepted Answer

Possibilities: Breast size ^ can occur due increased fluid retention in conjunction w premenstrual syndrome, ovulation, your period ; pregnancy.

Question 10

what causes cysts  in the breasts?

Accepted Answer

Nature: Many women have fibrocystic changes in their breast tissue.  Fluid retention during the cycle can result in the fibrocystic tissue becoming more prominent - manifesting as cysts.  Caffeine is known to promote fluid retention and cyst formation in the breast tissue.

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