Moundridge, KS
A 52-year-old female asked:
Am losing breast tissue after on bc pills to regulate irreg bleeding for 6 mos - went off - having hot flashes - on hrt now - fsh test says menopausal now - was peri. is hrt good for tiss loss? dose?
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Dr. Darrin Cunninghamanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 32 years experience
Not really: Some women can see some water retention, including in the breast, but it is usually very little, and not enough to see a difference.
If you want larger breasts, you will probably need a plastic surgeon to evaluate and give you all of your options available.
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Dr. Jovita Anyanwuanswered
Internal Medicine 32 years experience
Menopause: With menopause their is decreased hormone secretion. Breast and vaginal may start to atrophy. Hormonal suppementation may have some benefit however aging will priogress.
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