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Every month nipple areolas get bigger 1 week before my period,and breast very soft. period related?normal?after period they both get firmer

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

The breasts often: become more engorged with fluid just prior to or during menses. This can cause itching, soreness or cause some changes in consistency. It is related to hormonal changes. Take care.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/15/2020

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A member asked:

Every month nipple areolas get bigger 1 week before my period,and breast very soft. period related?normal?after period they both get firmer

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

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