Question on self breast check - Women's Health Message Board

luvthemountains · 10-20-2006, 09:44 PM

Does that time of the month cause any lumps in the breast that would usually go away after the period? Also, if you find a lump and it is a problem, would usually be in one breast or both?

Thanks!!!!!

sweet86 · 10-21-2006, 12:08 PM

Finding lumps in your breasts doesn't necessarily mean cancer, it could be anything. Any kind of lump, I would get it checked out though.

earthdayapril22 · 10-21-2006, 12:53 PM

the best time to make the self breast check is a couple of days after your period , since before your period(PMS) you could mistake swelled glands in your boobs for lumps.

luvthemountains · 10-21-2006, 01:18 PM

Gosh, how do ya know if a lump is serious or not? Should we run to the doctor everytime one is found? What about people with fibrocysic breasts, how can they differenciate the lumps and bumps?

earthdayapril22 · 10-22-2006, 09:51 PM

You should go to the doctor just to be on the safe side, and he/she will tell you in detail about what type of lump should you look for.