I had three children, all breastfed until two years of age. With my last one, after she was only feeding on one breast towards the end, I notice that my left breast got bigger and the nipple partially inverted. It happens mostly when I where the bra. My physician mentioned that she noticed my breast a little cystic too, I don't know if that was because I was ovulating at the time.
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Q: my left breast got bigger and the nipple partially inverted.
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11/24/09 9:00pm
It's not clear to me whether this is a recent change or a long-standing difference. From your description, it sounds like a breast feeding issue. Have you talked to a lactation consultant? Please stay in close touch with your doctor. If the swelling doesn't subside or if it gets worse, ask for imaging tests and perhaps even a biopsy. Ultrasounds are very good at finding cysts. If cysts are the problem, they are not dangerous.
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