32 things your breasts will tell you about your health

The chest cannot tell you directly about ailments. However, she knows how to give SOS signals skillfully. The main thing is to "hear" them in time.

Conduct your own examination to identify possible pathologies.

The chest is enlarged

1. You get fat

During puberty, the breast actively grows with the rest of the body. If you put on a few pounds of weight, your breasts will increase accordingly. Gaining weight quickly and dramatically can increase your risk of cancer.

2. Your period is coming soon. You may have started taking oral contraceptives or become pregnant

The surges in hormones are reflected in the size of the breasts. It is important that the breast is enlarged evenly.

Smaller breasts

3. You are losing weight

When you lose weight, your breasts will automatically decrease. After all, the main component of the breast is fat. If suddenly your weight remains the same, but your breasts still become smaller, see your doctor.

4. The beginning of the menstrual cycle

In fact, the breasts did not shrink. The edema simply subsided, and the breasts regained their previous size.

One breast is larger than the other

5. It's okay

If your breasts differ in size since childhood, everything is in order.

6. Breast cancer

If your breasts suddenly become different, see your doctor. This is one of the signs of breast cancer.

Skin irritation under the breast

7. Allergic reaction

An uncomfortable bra, aggressive fabric or coat, or the wrong shower gel - there are many reasons why delicate skin can become irritated. Treat the itchy area with hydrocortisone ointment. Consult a specialist if necessary.

8. Intertriginous dermatitis

If you do not take good care of your skin in summer, it can become inflamed. You can get rid of dermatitis with an antibiotic, steroid, or hydrocortisone ointment. Wear soft natural fabrics in summer and wipe sweat off your skin.

9. The linen is already stale

Keep your underwear clean, especially in summer, when your skin sweats and your clothes get dirty faster. Bacteria and fungus combined with sweat can cause severe skin irritation. Change your underwear often.

Visible stretch marks

10. Your weight jumps

If you lose weight dramatically, and then get fat, the skin on the body, including the chest, is stretched. Also, the skin is strongly stretched after pregnancy.

Dark and light nipples

11. Nothing special

Are you alright. Each woman has a different color for her nipples. However, it is important that the nipples are the same shade.

Too small and large nipples

12. It's okay

There is no one-size-fits-all breast. All bodies are different.

Bumps on the areola

13. It's okay

By nature, the breast was invented for feeding, therefore it is designed in a special way. The tubercles are the exits of the milk ducts.

One large tubercle on the areola

14. Benign cyst or malignant neoplasm

To find out exactly, you need to see a doctor.

Hair around the nipples

15. Polycystic ovary

All women develop small hairs on the areola. For some, around the nipples. This may be due to the increase in testosterone levels due to polycystic disease. Along with the hairs, acne suddenly appears, and the menstrual cycle gets confused. Don't mess with polycystic disease, it can lead to infertility.

Itchy nipples

16. Shampoo or soap residues irritate the skin

You may not have rinsed your nipples well after showering. Rinse them again with water and apply hydrocortisone ointment.

17. Allergy to clothing

Another option is an allergic reaction to the fabric of a bra or sweatshirt. To reduce discomfort, also apply hydrocortisone ointment to your nipples and change.

18. A new cycle will start soon

Often, the menstrual cycle affects the condition of the nipples.

19. Paget's disease

Or breast cancer is rare. Additional signs: itching of the nipples and areola, peeling of the skin, a slightly flattened nipple shape and yellow discharge from the nipple. Only a doctor can help.

Pain and bumps in the chest

20. A new cycle will start soon

Breast sensitivity changes at different stages of the cycle. However, it is best to consult a doctor.

21. Too Much Caffeine

Some women stop complaining of chest pain after quitting caffeine. Try it yourself.

White cloudy discharge

22. Something stimulates milk production

Sometimes milk appears even if you were not pregnant or breastfeeding. Check with your doctor.

23. Side effect of antidepressants or antipsychotics

Take a look at the contraindications for those drugs that have just started taking. The drug may have raised prolactin levels. It is this hormone that is responsible for milk production.

Other discharge

24. Benign neoplasm

In other words, papilloma. It can only be removed by doctors.

Nipples hardened

25. you are horny

Check that the nipples are symmetrical. If they are equally hard, then you are aroused. Usually due to sexual desire.

26. Are you cold

Also, the nipples harden from the cold. Just keep warm and everything will pass.

Inverted nipple or individual depressions on the nipple or areola

27. Breast cancer

Dimples most often signal breast cancer. Go to the doctor!

Tight breasts

28. You are fine

During the menstrual cycle, the breast becomes denser. And that's okay. If you are still in doubt, check with a mammologist.

Visible veins

29. Risk of skin cancer

Remember, fair skin with transparent veins increases your risk of cancer. But only if you are fond of tanning. We recommend replacing sunbathing with self-tanning, and protecting yourself from the sun with sunscreen.

Orange peel on the chest

30. Breast cancer

Notice that your breasts are uneven and look like an orange peel? Go to the doctor immediately. This is one of the symptoms of cancer.

Bumps on the chest

31. Benign cyst

Feel your chest gently. Found a round and smooth bump and it rolls over? It is likely a benign cyst with fluid. Be sure to consult your doctor.

32. Breast cancer

Lumps and pain occur after hormonal changes. However, sometimes these are also symptoms of cancer. An accurate diagnosis can only be made by a doctor.

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