HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Does Tenderness And Heaviness In The Breast Indicate Menopause?

my breast have become tender and heavier feeling this past month and the nipples seem a little larger also. I am wondering if this is a symptom of menopause as I have missed my period? I am 48yrs old and my husband had a vasectomy 19 years ago so I don t think I could be pregnant/
Mon, 26 Feb 2018
Report Abuse
OBGYN,  's  Response
Hi there, I have understood your concern and I will suggest you the best possible treatment options.

First of all do not panic.

In absence of pregnancy, your symptoms can be due to PMS- premenstrual syndrome.
Menopause should not cause the breast discomfort as described by you.

I will suggest you to opt for a healthy diet and regular exercise regimen.
Start on Long acting form of vitamin B 6,B12 and Folic acid and vitamin E and Evening Primrose oil supplements regularly for at least 3 months.
If you do not get your periods for 6 months or so, then it can be considered as menopause.

I hope this answer helps you.
Thanks.
Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar
I find this answer helpful
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Does Tenderness And Heaviness In The Breast Indicate Menopause?

Hi there, I have understood your concern and I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. First of all do not panic. In absence of pregnancy, your symptoms can be due to PMS- premenstrual syndrome. Menopause should not cause the breast discomfort as described by you. I will suggest you to opt for a healthy diet and regular exercise regimen. Start on Long acting form of vitamin B 6,B12 and Folic acid and vitamin E and Evening Primrose oil supplements regularly for at least 3 months. If you do not get your periods for 6 months or so, then it can be considered as menopause. I hope this answer helps you. Thanks. Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar