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My sister is 15. she feels like someone put a heavy weight in her left nipple and left breast. she wanted me to ask what it could be.

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Dr. Ron Eaker answered

Fibrocystic: This is most likely fibrocystic changes, which are simply swollen glands that respond to hormonal changes. They tend to come and go. Reducing caffeine may help.

Dr Herrington agreed

Answered 11/20/2014

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A member asked:

My sister is 15. she feels like someone put a heavy weight in her left nipple and left breast. she wanted me to ask what it could be.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ron Eaker answered

Dr Herrington agreed

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