Swelling of the mammary glands in women is a possible sign of the development of the disease, as well as the result of improper metabolism, a nervous shock or the consequence of taking specific medications. In any case, diagnosis and timely treatment is required, if necessary. Female breasts are very sensitive to any changes in hormonal levels. The presence of swelling is by no means a definite sign of anxiety, however, it is necessary to be observed by a doctor in order to exclude all possible variants of diseases or to prevent their development.
Perhaps the swelling of the mammary glands before menstruation, which is the result of hormonal changes. The second half of the menstrual cycle is characterized by a sharp change in the level of progesterone and estrogen in the blood. This also stimulates swelling. When the level normalizes, the mammary glands become elastic and soft, as before.
If the swelling of the mammary glands before menstruation causes pain, and when palpation is felt some small seals that disappear with the onset of menstruation, you must urgently consult a specialist. An alarming symptom is also a swelling of the breast after menstruation, which indicates the development of a disease or hormonal failure.
In girls during puberty, swollen mammary glands are a sign of the development of the reproductive system, which entails hormonal changes. Remember that this condition should be painless. If you feel pain, consult a mammologist to rule out the possibility of more serious causes.
Female breasts are prone to swelling and enlargement during pregnancy. This phenomenon is absolutely normal: the mammary glands increase as a result of the production of hormones. After childbirth for several days, the sharpest increase in the mammary glands is observed, which is associated with an active flush of milk. Sometimes milk arrives too early or too intensely. Stagnation of milk or mastitis may occur. When milk production begins after colostrum on the third day, the breast must be well “decanted”: decanted all the rest of the colostrum so that they do not clog the ducts. Blockage can cause milk stagnation. Also, to ensure the correct outflow of milk, it is necessary to wear a bra constantly so that the chest acquires the correct shape. When a woman completes breastfeeding, such problems resolve themselves.
Possible causes of a swollen breast may be too narrow a bra or taking certain medications. If the drugs cause a similar reaction, it is necessary to inform the doctor. The doctor in such cases additionally prescribes medications that stimulate the elimination of fluid from the body.
It is possible that the swelling of the mammary glands causes the intake of hormonal contraceptives, in which case a gynecologist should be consulted.
If a woman has such symptoms, the most important thing is not to press on the mammary glands, do not crush them and do not try to massage. It is recommended to immediately seek help from a specialist.
Very often, breast enlargement occurs in newborns. Typically, this happens on the third or fourth day of the baby's life. This may be accompanied by the release of fluid from the nipples with light pressure on them. Doctors explain this by the fact that hormones are transmitted through the placenta from mother to child. Later, the level of hormonal levels normalizes, and the swelling passes.
In order not to provoke breast swelling, a woman should limit the use of coffee and salt, carefully choose cosmetics. Remember that any, as you think, trifle can affect women's health. Be carefull!