Those expectant mothers who are pregnant for the first time must be very excited and surprised, but also confused because they do not understand various knowledge about pregnancy. Some female friends may experience breast swelling and pain in the early stages of pregnancy, which can be very uncomfortable for them. So, will there be breast swelling and pain in the early stages of pregnancy?
The vast majority of women will experience local changes in their breasts around 45 days of pregnancy due to an increase in estrogen and progesterone levels in their bodies. For example, local breast swelling and pain, breast enlargement, discoloration of nipples and areolas, and very soft breasts when touched by hand are mainly caused by the action of estrogen. In addition, Montessori nodules may appear on the areola, which are changes that occur after pregnancy.
During the fourth to sixth week of pregnancy, women experience more severe chest swelling and pain. And many women often notice their menstrual period being delayed because of this symptom. In the early stages of pregnancy, the duration of chest swelling and pain symptoms is not particularly long, of course, this is directly related to the individual constitution of women.
During pregnancy, it is important to strengthen the care of the breast area, and it is best to clean the breast with water once a day. However, do not use shower gel or soap to clean the breast area, as it may cause dry skin and discomfort. If there is an inverted nipple, it is recommended to gently pull it with your hands after each shower to correct the inverted nipple.
