Question 1

breast swelling in 11year old boys?

Accepted Answer

Male breast tissue: About 1/2  males will undergo a transient  nipple/breast enlargement  at he onset of puberty. Carrying extra weigh aggravates the issue as part of the enlargement is fat.Most will resolve slowly as other hormonal changes kick in over about  a year. If the process is unchanged after 2-3 yrs & you've made an effort to lose any extra weight, it is time to discuss it with a surgeon. No meds will fix it.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: breast swelling?

Accepted Answer

Breast swelling =: fluid accumulation in breast.

Question 3

pls can ovulation cause breast swelling?

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That is possible.: Breast soreness can occur due to stretching from increased fluid retention.  Breast pain can occur in conjunction w premenstrual syndrome, ovulation, your period, pregnancy, hormone imbalance or use of oral contraceptives.

Question 4

can plan b cause breast swelling occur just a few days after?

Accepted Answer

Plan b: Can have some side effects as breast tenderness , which would abate later, if this is not the case, you want to see your doctor for evaluation, good luck

Question 5

after receiving breast enlargement surgery, how long does it take for swelling to subside?

Accepted Answer

Months: Swelling always occurs so don't invest in alot of expensive bras after surgery and wait several months to see the final result.

Question 6

how much time does breast swelling last after menustration?

Accepted Answer

Usually a week: This is related to the preovulatory estrogen surge from the ovaries, after ovulation progesterone becomes dominant.

Question 7

how early can you feel pregnancy symptoms like breast swelling?

Accepted Answer

Fairly quickly: Everyone is different, but some symptoms may be apparent when you are even a couple of days late.  They will become most noticeable starting a week or two later.

Question 8

is it normal to have breast swelling after pacemaker surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: There can be some swelling around the area where the pacemaker was placed. If it extends much beyond that area, i would discuss this with the doctor who placed the pacemaker.

Certainly, the entire breast should not be swollen.

Question 9

if i am pregnant why isn't my breast swelling and why am i not having morning sickness?

Accepted Answer

It is a Big "IF": Are you confirmed? If yes, not to worry. Some women may not present typically. Just be sure you have prenatal care and follow through with your obstetrician throughout your whole pregnancy and after .Good luck!

Question 10

what is the best way to discern mastitis from a normal increase in milk production and substantial breast swelling?

Accepted Answer

Mastitis: Mastitis is almost always associated with redness and tenderness of the skin of the breast.  It may involve a small or large area of the breast.  A fever may occur.  These symptoms will persist even after breast feeding.  Treatment usually requires oral antibiotics and continued breast feeding.

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After receiving breast enlargement surgery, how long does it take for swelling to subside?

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What is the best way to discern mastitis from a normal increase in milk production and substantial breast swelling?

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