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Hard and rubbery lumps in left breast
I notice breast swelling and hard lumps, with mild pain that increases before my periods. Kindly explain and suggest.
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Breast swelling, hard or lumpy areas, and mild pain that worsens before periods are commonly due to hormonal changes.
Common in women of reproductive age.
Symptoms usually improve after periods start.
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Do a breast self-examination after your periods
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If a lump persists after periods, increases in size, becomes very painful, or you notice nipple discharge or skin changes, please consult in person for examination and a breast ultrasound.
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Dr. Prateeksha B S
Obstetrician
7 yrs exp
Bangalore
It could be fibroadenoma of breast
You can get a ultrasound breast and see for it
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
Gynecologist
32 yrs exp
Bhopal
These changes are due to hormonal imbalance before period.
Consult please.
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
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12 yrs exp
Jaipur
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