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My areolas are very dark today! ! 4 days before period is due. what is up with that!?!
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Hormone influence : It is due to the influence of changing levels of hormones depending on where you are in your menstrual cycle. The color, size and appearance can change over the long term as we age as well. Hope this helps!
Answered 6/9/2018
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