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If montgomery glands become more prominent during a hormone rise, between ovulation and period, will they decrease after menses starts?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Possible: The Montgomery glands do wax and wane during the cycle. But it can be very inconsistent. Sometimes the changes are quite noticeable - other times less so.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/24/2019

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A member asked:

If montgomery glands become more prominent during a hormone rise, between ovulation and period, will they decrease after menses starts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

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