Contraceptive Pill & Breast Growth
When using oral contraception, it is important to understand the changes that may take place. The hormones in birth control pills can have several effects, one of which may be increased breast size.
Increased tissue
The progesterone and estrogen in contraception pills may cause actual breast tissue growth. This will be a more consistent and unchanging type of growth than edema-related breast growth experienced while on the pill.
Hormone levels
Some pills contain different levels of hormones than others. Oral contraception that has higher hormone levels is more likely to increase breast size.
Edema
Edema, also known as water retention, can also take place. Water retention can take place specifically in the breasts while using contraception pills due to the hormones.
Temporary enlargement
Women who experience enlargement due to edema may notice only a temporary change in breast size. A decrease in size after using oral contraception for several months is normal.
Monthly decrease
A monthly decrease in breast size may take place in women who experience edema-related enlargement. When hormones are withdrawn during the placebo pill phase, water is not being stored, so breasts may decrease in size during this time.
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