Question 1

is it normal for my breasts not to be leaking?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Not all women leak milk.  It is not necessary to do so.

Question 2

im 29 weeks and 5 days my breast are leaking?

Accepted Answer

Can happen: Wear a good support bra and avoid breast stimulation.

Question 3

what is the clear fluid leaking from my breast?

Accepted Answer

Probably milk: If you're pregnant, its almost certainly milk.  Check with your doc at your next visit.

Question 4

leaking milk from breasts during period. whats wrong?

Accepted Answer

See your Gyn : Many reasons for breast "milk" discharge: hormonal, that is from the pituitary gland in your brain possibly an small tumor within that gland, also, medicinal related, and finally persistent production from delivery. So see your gyn.

Question 5

is it normal for my breast to leak after a hysterectomy?

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Not usually: That is not a common post hysterectomy problem.  You should see your doctor for evaluation.

Question 6

why are my breasts sore and leaking out a clear/white liquid?

Accepted Answer

Breast discharge: Nipple discharge is a common complaint and can be due to many reasons. It's not usually to worry, but if it continues you should see a doctor for an exam and necessary tests.

Question 7

can colostrum leak from breasts and you have a false pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is possible for a woman to produce breast milk in the absence of pregnancy. This can be caused by stimulation of the nipples, certain medications, or medical conditions which raise the hormone level of prolactin. If you are producing breast milk and are not pregnant, it is important you see a doctor to determine what is causing your lactation.

Question 8

what does it mean if my breast are leaking after 2 years of having a baby?

Accepted Answer

Need medical eval.: Possible causes for galactorrhea include but are not limited to use of birth control pills, tricyclic antidepressants, antipsychotic meds, some sedatives, fennel, anise, fenugreek, some hypertension meds, cocaine, opioids, hypothyroidism, prolactinoma, renal dz, ; significant breast stimulation.

Question 9

my breast is leaking with heavy pain and swelling. it's never happened before help?

Accepted Answer

Breast leaking: Breast discharge can be caused by multiple reasons. When pain, redness and swelling are associated it could be caused by an infection or an inflammation, but also other problems could be associated.  It is very important to get evaluated by your pcp or gyn provider as soon as possible whatever the cause of this problem might be.  It is definitely a problem that needs to be taken care of promptly.

Question 10

what to do if i am leaking milk from my breasts, i stopped breastfeeding nearly 2 years ago?

Accepted Answer

Seek medical eval.: Possible causes for galactorrhea include but are not limited to use of birth control pills, tricyclic antidepressants, antipsychotic meds, some sedatives, fennel, anise, fenugreek, some hypertension meds, cocaine, opioids, hypothyroidism, prolactinoma, renal dz, pregnancy, testosterone deficiency in men ; significant breast stimulation.

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