A 37-year-old female asked:

I have fibrosis tic breasts. when my menstrual starts they get enlarged but especially one side more than the other. should i be concerned?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Chevies Newmananswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience

It should: Not be a big deal. Approx 2% of women have asymmetric breasts outside of menstrual irregularities. If its an issue, see your doc but birth control pills are first line for fibrocystic breasts and can give a lot of relief.

Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.

Learn how we can help

5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Related questions

A 29-year-old female asked:

Can you feel breast focal fibrosis? what would it feel like?

1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

A 21-year-old female asked:

How to overcome breast fibrosis ?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 24-year-old female asked:

Is cystic fibrosis and fibrocystic breasts the same thing?

4 doctor answers • 9 doctors weighed in

A 28-year-old female asked:

Can fibrosis be included in a biopsy that yeilded 'benign breast tissue'?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 79-year-old male asked:

If you have moobs and have fibrosis of the breast tissue can the moobs ever be reduced?

1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

Last updated Feb 10, 2013

Found in:

Female health›Tics

People also asked

My mum has fibrosis tic breast disease. Is it genetic? Docs have always said I have lumpy breasts and they are sometimes painful.

2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in

Area of fibrosis in breast. biopsy proven. how to get rid of it (medicines massage?) feels firm and scares me all the time with a breast self exam.

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Can an area of fibrosis increase in size by 2mm on ultrasound as a result of pregnancy induced breast enlargement?

2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

First off I should mention that I'm currently on my menstrual cycle but I noticed 2 enlarged lymph nodes on my growin(left side) I feel like there might be one on my left breast too. I also have one towards the back of my neck(right side)?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

I have menstrual cramps, but only on my left side. I am experiencing tender breasts as well, which I usually get during PMS. Could the one sided menstrual cramps and pressure be because of my ovarian cysts? Is it likely cause for concern?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Related topics

Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.

Talk to a doctor now

24/7 visits - just $39!

50% off with $15/month membership

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.