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It looks like my breast tissue inside moves into my areola making it bigger and "pop" out,no pain,only happens in shower,goes back to normal when done?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Normal: The hot water in the shower dilates blood vessels and can cause your nipples to become erect, which can be a normal reaction, that as you even stated, will simply return to normal when done.

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Answered 11/28/2014

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A member asked:

It looks like my breast tissue inside moves into my areola making it bigger and "pop" out,no pain,only happens in shower,goes back to normal when done?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

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