We’re familiar with changes in our boobs throughout our menstrual cycle. During perimenopause changes can be similar, swelling, pain, tenderness and so on. They’ve given up the milk producing function and breast tissue shrinks. Reducing oestrogen can make breast tissue dehydrated. With these changes the roundness and bounciness is replaced with a little sagging. Gravity does us no favours either. Research shows lumps are more common during menopause, which are usually harmless.
We all dread finding that lump. It happened to me in my mid thirties. All turned out to be fine. It goes without saying to know your boobs. Look out for changes, rashes, dimpling.
TIP
Self examination. Check whilst in the shower. Never miss your mammograms. I’ll be having mine soon.
I used be a little envious of ladies with voluptuous boobs, I was never in this category. The envy waned when I learned my cousin had enlarged breasts through her perimenopause.They became more swollen and heavy, she suffered terrible back pain. Thankfully she was able to have a reduction. No more back pain which also helped her posture.
Tip
Swimming, yoga, and push ups help support the muscles behind the breast tissue.
Make sure you’re wearing the right bra size. It’s easy to get measured.
Any concerns see your health professional.
Is everyone up to date with their mammograms?
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