When your period is coming, your breasts can experience a few changes, primarily related to how they feel rather than their visual appearance.
Changes in Breast Feel
The most noticeable changes are often how your breast tissue feels to the touch:
- Cobblestone Texture: Your breasts may feel dense and bumpy, like a "cobblestone" surface. This texture is typically more pronounced in the outer areas of the breast, especially near the armpit.
- Fullness: You may experience a sensation of fullness in your breasts.
- Pain and Tenderness: A dull, heavy pain and tenderness are also common, and may come and go or be ongoing.
Summary of Changes
Here's a summary of what your breasts might feel like before your period:
| Symptom | Description |
|---|---|
| Texture | Dense, bumpy, "cobblestone" feel. |
| Location of Texture | Primarily in the outer areas, near the armpit. |
| Fullness | Sensation of breast fullness. |
| Pain/Tenderness | Dull, heavy pain and tenderness, which may be ongoing or intermittent. |
These changes are normal hormonal fluctuations that happen as your body prepares for menstruation. It is important to consult with a doctor if there are any major changes or if the symptoms become very severe or persistent.
