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Are breasts more sensitive before your period or during pregnancy?

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Dr. Jonathan Sack answered

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Yes: Breast respond to the hormone changes that occur during pregnancy and menstruation.

Answered 4/24/2015

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A member asked:

Are breasts more sensitive before your period or during pregnancy?

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Dr. Jonathan Sack answered

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