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Is it common for women in 30s to have denser breasts as they age & even denser than pre-childbirths? would having more baby cause even denser breasts?

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Breast density: Hi! usually breast density is greater in younger women. Once a woman goes through menopause, the breast tissue is often replaced by fatty tissue. Density after childbirth may be more related to lactation.

Answered 3/8/2013

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