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For about 1- 1/2 week my breasts tissue turned soft and also decreased in size. i previously had low cholesterol and lipid levels. what may it be?

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Dr. Mary David answered

Weight loss?: Your breasts are largely composed of fat and so will shrink when you lose weight. They also are normally fuller during the luteal phase ( the 2 weeks before your period starts) in response to progesterone. Caffeine can exaggerate this effect. Hope that helps.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 10/2/2014

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A member asked:

For about 1- 1/2 week my breasts tissue turned soft and also decreased in size. i previously had low cholesterol and lipid levels. what may it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mary David answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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